Senior Buyer

Job description

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Contract type
Regular / Permanent

Who we are ...

SUEZ is a global leader in the water and waste management sectors. For more than 160 years , we have been operating across 40 countries , employing over 45,000 people — all united by a single objective: to protect our resources and improve quality of life wherever we operate.

In Australia , SUEZ provides access to drinking water for more than 14 million people and wastewater treatment services for an additional 3.5 million . Our core services include Design & Build , Operations & Maintenance , Build–Own–Operate–Transfer (BOOT) , and a variety of long-term partnership models.

What you will be doing

About SUEZ
SUEZ is a global leader in the water and waste management sectors. We have been operating for over 160 years, employing more than 45,000 people across 40 countries — all united by one common objective: to protect our resources and improve the quality of life wherever we operate.

In Australia, SUEZ provides access to drinking water for over 14 million Australians and wastewater treatment services for a further 3.5 million. Our core services include Design & Build, Operations & Maintenance, Build Own Operate & Transfer (BOOT), and a range of partnership models.

With a diverse, inclusive, and globally connected workforce, SUEZ brings a worldwide perspective to solving complex challenges. We support flexible working arrangements, prioritise wellbeing, and foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and career development.

About the Role
We’re looking for a Senior Buyer to join our Engineering & Construction business and play a key role in delivering large-scale water infrastructure projects that provide millions of people with reliable and trusted water services.

Reporting to the Head of Procurement and Supply Chain, you will take ownership of end-to-end procurement across major projects, sourcing mechanical and electrical equipment as well as subcontractor packages critical to project delivery. Working closely with engineering, project delivery, and commercial teams, you will ensure procurement strategies align with program timelines, technical requirements, and commercial outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to influence how major infrastructure projects are delivered, with direct impact on cost, quality, and schedule. You will be deeply involved in supplier engagement, contract negotiations, and resolving complex procurement challenges, ensuring materials and services are delivered efficiently and to the highest standard.

About You
You are a commercially astute procurement professional with experience operating in engineering or construction project environments, and you thrive in roles where your decisions directly influence project success. You bring proven experience as a Buyer or Senior Buyer, with a deep understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment sourcing and subcontractor management. You are confident in negotiating commercial terms and establishing mutually beneficial supplier relationships.
You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and are proficient in procurement software as well as Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for managing cost and supplier data. You are detail-oriented and able to manage multiple procurement packages simultaneously, ensuring accuracy in ordering, invoicing, and record-keeping.

Preferred candidates will hold formal qualifications or certifications in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management, such as CPSM or CSCP, and have experience in large-scale infrastructure or utilities projects. Adaptability, commercial acumen, and strong interpersonal skills are key, alongside the ability to react to design changes or project adjustments efficiently. Experience with international sourcing, Incoterms, logistics, and tariff concessions is highly desirable.

Applications close Friday, 24 April 2026
Please note we will not be accepting unsolicited resumes from third-party recruitment agencies.

Who we are looking for

SUEZ is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Australians and Torres Strait Islander people.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

BU: International - Australia

CATEGORY: Management