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Procurement Lead

Brendale, Queensland 4500, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Proven experience leading procurement in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
  • Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central or similar ERP systems.
  • Capability in inventory control and optimisation, including stock accuracy and replenishment planning.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Description

About Grydale

Grydale Solutions Pty Ltd is a leading Australian manufacturer of industrial dust extraction systems, servicing the mining, tunnelling and heavy industrial sectors globally. We are committed to delivering innovative, high-quality engineered solutions that meet the most demanding environmental and operational standards.

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Procurement Lead to drive procurement performance, supplier strategy, and inventory control across the business.

The Role

The Procurement Lead will take ownership of end-to-end procurement, inventory optimisation and supplier management. This role is critical in ensuring Grydale maintains cost competitiveness, supply chain resilience, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead procurement activities across all projects and operational requirements
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned to business objectives
  • Manage supplier relationships, performance, and long-term service level agreements (SLA’s)
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms with key suppliers
  • Oversee inventory control, stock accuracy, and replenishment planning
  • Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and systems
  • Manage purchase orders, expediting, and critical material sourcing
  • Coordinate freight and logistics to meet project delivery timelines
  • Support auditing, NCR management, and supplier performance improvement
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, and project teams

About You

You are a proactive and commercially minded procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Experience & Skills

  • Proven experience in procurement leadership within manufacturing or engineering
  • Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central (or similar ERP systems)
  • Demonstrated capability in:
    • Inventory control and optimisation
    • Contract negotiation and supplier agreements
    • Strategic sourcing and procurement planning
  • Experience sourcing and expediting critical components
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Desirable

  • Experience in mining, industrial manufacturing, or heavy engineering sectors
  • Exposure to freight and logistics management
  • Formal qualifications in procurement, supply chain, or contract management

Why Join Grydale

  • Be part of a growing Australian engineering business with global reach
  • Work in a high-impact role with real ownership and influence
  • Opportunity to shape procurement strategy and supply chain capability
  • Career pathway into senior leadership roles within the organisation

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the lead in driving procurement excellence within a dynamic and growing company, we encourage you to apply.