Advisor - Contracts

Advisor - Contracts
Group Supply Department / Glencore Metals Australia
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 
Ref. No. 104474

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.

Our Metals Assets in Australia include multiple geographically dispersed operations, including underground and open pit mines, processing plants and port facilities. Globally, our metals business extends across Asia, North and South America, and Europe.

 

Your Benefits would include:

• Competitive remuneration with 13% superannuation
• Access to Glencore Rewards including health insurance discounts, retail offers and salary sacrifice options
• Employee referral, recognition and reward programs
• Professional development including leadership programs, ambassador programs and career pathways
• Opportunity to work within a global organisation supporting diverse operations

About the role
As a Contracts Advisor, you will support the end-to-end execution of tenders and administration of contracts across assigned categories, working closely with operational, project and commercial stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of goods and services.

 

This role plays a key part in ensuring sourcing activities are delivered in line with governance requirements, while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting the timely delivery of procurement outcomes. You will contribute to tendering, negotiation support, contract execution and ongoing contract management activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the execution of tender and sourcing activities in line with procurement policies and governance requirements
• Assist with contract preparation, negotiation and administration to achieve commercially sound outcomes
• Maintain contract documentation, registers and reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Monitor pricing trends and escalate risks or issues as required
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Contribute to sourcing strategies within assigned categories
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and contracting processes
• Manage workload to meet procurement timelines and deliverables while maintaining strong attention to detail

 

About you – skills and experience:

 

You are a developing contracts or procurement professional with a strong attention to detail and a structured approach to managing contract and tender processes. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, supporting operational and project teams while ensuring governance and compliance requirements are met.

 

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Supply Chain, Law or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Approximately 2–3 years’ experience in contracts administration, procurement or a related commercial role
• Experience supporting tendering, contract preparation and supplier engagement activities
• Working knowledge of procurement principles, contract lifecycle management and governance frameworks
• Experience using ERP procurement systems such as SAP MM or Coupa
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with operational and commercial stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation and reporting
• A collaborative and team-oriented approach with a willingness to learn and develop
• Experience in mining, resources or heavy industry environments is desirable but not essential.

 

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: Midnight 5^th of July 2026