Senior - Contracts Advisor
Job highlights
- Lead strategic sourcing and contracts across global metals operations.
- Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- Drive procurement excellence, value, and supplier performance.
Job ID
103724
Closing date
24/09/2026
Last Updated
26/08/2026
Senior – Contracts Advisor
Group Supply Department / Glencore Metals Australia
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 103725
Join a globally connected sourcing team where you'll drive strategic contracting outcomes, work from the office at least three days per week, and travel regularly to operational sites across our business.
Why consider working with us at Glencore?
Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Our operations comprise of around 150 mining, metallurgical and oil production assets. Our purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. Employing 135,000 people globally, people are at the heart of our business, and we aim to attract employees who strive to be leaders in their field. To you, that means more opportunities to grow your career, grow your experiences, and grow your network of colleagues, mentors and even lifelong friends. All whilst making your mark on the future.
About this part of our organisation:
Our Metals Assets in Australia include multiple & geographically dispersed operations, including underground and open pit mines, processing plants and port facilities. Additionally, Glencore’s consolidated Metals Assets have operations across Asia, both North and South American continents and Europe.
About your potential new position:
Your primary purpose will be to ensure our business units have what they need, when they need it and at the right price from our contractors and suppliers in the medium to high-risk range. You will do this by liaising with your internal customers to understand all dimensions of their requirements and then utilising our internal and third-party partners to deliver those outcomes. There will also be the requirement to spend time on remote sites to engage with end users to meet business needs.
Typical tasks would include:
Applications Close: 24th of September
Group Supply Department / Glencore Metals Australia
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 103725
Join a globally connected sourcing team where you'll drive strategic contracting outcomes, work from the office at least three days per week, and travel regularly to operational sites across our business.
Why consider working with us at Glencore?
Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Our operations comprise of around 150 mining, metallurgical and oil production assets. Our purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. Employing 135,000 people globally, people are at the heart of our business, and we aim to attract employees who strive to be leaders in their field. To you, that means more opportunities to grow your career, grow your experiences, and grow your network of colleagues, mentors and even lifelong friends. All whilst making your mark on the future.
About this part of our organisation:
Our Metals Assets in Australia include multiple & geographically dispersed operations, including underground and open pit mines, processing plants and port facilities. Additionally, Glencore’s consolidated Metals Assets have operations across Asia, both North and South American continents and Europe.
About your potential new position:
Your primary purpose will be to ensure our business units have what they need, when they need it and at the right price from our contractors and suppliers in the medium to high-risk range. You will do this by liaising with your internal customers to understand all dimensions of their requirements and then utilising our internal and third-party partners to deliver those outcomes. There will also be the requirement to spend time on remote sites to engage with end users to meet business needs.
Typical tasks would include:
- Manage the tendering, negotiation, formulation, and execution of contracts with both local and international suppliers
- Direct the development and communication of a clear sourcing strategies
- Accountable for maintaining the contracts register and ensuring sourcing events are actioned within required timeframes
- Lead / Participate in change initiatives within the sourcing function to drive continuous improvement.
- Close collaboration with internal stakeholders to fully understand their requirements and strategically engage third-party partners to deliver effective solutions
- Supporting operational needs through the timely and effective engagement of contractors and suppliers
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Law, or a related field (preferred)
- At least 5 years’ hands-on operations experience in developing, implementing and managing contracting strategies
- Experience working in major ERP procurement modules like SAP MM / Coupa
- Strong understanding of the structure and application of contracts, and management of contracts
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Determination to thrive (and bring your team along too) in an evolving environment
- Be able to work with and coordinate remote team members across different time zones
At Glencore, our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to creating a workplace where our values guide everything we do. Safety is our first priority — we never compromise on it. We act with Integrity, choosing to do what’s right even when it’s challenging. We take Responsibility for our actions and strive to make a positive impact. Through Openness, we communicate honestly and encourage meaningful dialogue. We embrace Simplicity, focusing on what truly matters and avoiding unnecessary complexity. And with Entrepreneurialism, we welcome new ideas and continuously seek better, safer and more efficient ways of working.
If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a team that is committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey at Glencore. Please apply via our careers page www.glencore.com/careers
Applications Close: 24th of September