Procurement Lead

The Chrysos commitment and mission:

Here at Chrysos we combine science and software to create technology solutions that are changing the global mining industry; both from a productivity and environmental impact perspective.

Just like atoms and machines, we believe that everyone is different and how individuals come together is what makes us successful. Headquartered in Adelaide and with team members based in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Africa, Canada, Chile and North America, Chrysos Corporation’s diverse team of scientists, engineers and industry specialists are coming together to build technologies to provide rapid, accurate and safe ore analysis for the global mining industry.

The company’s flagship technology, PhotonAssay™, steps around centuries-old chemistry-based assay methods to deliver true ‘atom-counting’ analysis for the measurement of gold and other high-value metals. With successful global installations, Chrysos is taking PhotonAssay™ to customers around the world – Chrysos could take you to places that you might not have even imagined yet. There’s opportunity around every corner and the support to help you achieve your goals.

About the role:

The role operates as a central point of coordination within the Global Supply Chain, driving alignment between cross-functional teams such as engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and finance. This role focuses on fostering strong internal and external partnerships, ensuring seamless communication across all stakeholders, and leveraging data-driven insights to inform decision-making. With a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on involvement, the role is integral to delivering operational excellence, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring the efficient flow of goods and information across the organization.

Responsible for managing the entire procurement and sourcing lifecycle, developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective, timely, and high-quality supply of goods and services. In addition to procurement and supplier management, the role supports purchasing and logistics activities.

What you will do:

Strategy & Commercial Leadership

Strategic Sourcing Roadmap

Develop and execute a multi-year sourcing and category strategy aligned to business growth, technology roadmap, and cost competitiveness targets.

Category & Spend Strategy Development

Establish category strategies based on spend analysis, supply market intelligence, and total cost of ownership modelling.

Commercial Negotiation & Contract Ownership

Lead commercial negotiations, contract structuring, and terms optimisation to balance cost, risk, service, and long-term partnership value.

Supplier Lifecycle & Governance

Supplier Lifecycle Framework Ownership

Design, implement, and govern the end-to-end supplier lifecycle covering onboarding, performance management, development, and offboarding.

Supplier Due Diligence & Qualification

Establish supplier qualification standards covering financial health, technical capability, quality systems, capacity, ESG, and geopolitical risk.

Supplier Performance Management

Define and manage supplier scorecards covering quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, and innovation contribution.

Strategic Supplier Relationship Management

Develop structured engagement models for key and strategic suppliers, including executive engagement, joint roadmaps, and performance reviews.

Cost, Spend & Value Delivery

Spend Visibility & Analytics

Develop and maintain procurement spend visibility tools and dashboards to drive data-based sourcing decisions and identify savings opportunities.

Cost Reduction & Value Engineering Programs

Lead structured cost reduction initiatives including design-to-cost, value engineering, supplier process improvements, and commercial optimisation.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Optimisation

Drive sourcing decisions based on full lifecycle cost including logistics, quality, reliability, and obsolescence risk.

Risk & Supply Continuity

Supply Risk Management & Resilience

Implement supply risk frameworks including dual sourcing strategies, geographic risk balancing, and critical component risk mapping.

Technology & Single-Source Risk Management

Develop mitigation strategies for single-source and technology partner dependencies while maintaining strong commercial and technical relationships.

Business Integration & Enablement

Cross-Functional Sourcing Partnership

Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure early supplier engagement in new product introduction and change programs.

Procurement Governance & Compliance

Ensure procurement activities comply with policy, regulatory requirements, ethical sourcing standards, and audit expectations.

Procurement Process & Capability Maturity

Continuously improve procurement tools, processes, and ways of working to support scale, global operations, and ERP-enabled procurement.

Data Analysis and Reporting: Leverage data-driven insights to create actionable reports that enhance decision-making and track procurement performance.

Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and finance teams to align procurement strategies with cross-functional objectives.

Systems Management: Maintain and optimize ERP and procurement systems to ensure accurate data, streamlined processes, and system integrity.

Continuous Improvement: Partner with stakeholders to identify and implement process enhancements that drive operational efficiency and cost savings.

Team Support: Provide hands-on support to purchasing and logistics teams during peak periods or complex projects to ensure seamless execution.

Who you are:

Essential

Extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations.

Strong knowledge of global supply chain and logistics principles, including purchasing and inventory management.

Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Net Suite, SAP, Oracle) and data analytics tools/ platforms for spend tracking and reporting.

Ability to negotiate complex contracts and drive favourable outcomes.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage diverse stakeholder relationships.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex procurement challenges.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

At least 7 years of experience in procurement, at a global scope across industrial, mining, chemical and technical sourcing.

Leadership experience is advantageous but not essential.

 Desirable

Experience in capital equipment, mining, or related industries is highly desirable.

Familiarity with compliance requirements, ethical sourcing practices, and sustainability initiatives

Who we are (Our values):

Safety is a Non-Negotiable - Safety isn’t just a value — it’s our way of life. It’s about creating a culture where physical and psychological safety are top priorities. We speak up, challenge assumptions, and hold ourselves accountable to protect one another.

One United Team – We thrive on trust, respect, and empathy. By embracing each other’s unique contributions and supporting one another, we build collective strength to solve problems, celebrate wins, and grow together.

Delighted Customers – Our customers, both internal and external, are at the heart of everything we do. By listening, understanding, and acting with care, we consistently go above and beyond to deliver exceptional experiences.

Always Improving – We are curious, courageous, and committed to progress. Every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and every step forward builds toward something extraordinary. Making or doing things better isn’t just a goal — it’s our mindset.

Why Join Us: Your Rewarding Career Awaits

At Chrysos, we value our team members and offer a supportive and dynamic work environment. Here's what we have in store for you:

Flexibility and wellbeing initiatives to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Opportunities to work with groundbreaking equipment that's transforming the mining industry and reducing its environmental impact.

Collaboration with industry experts and the chance to grow and develop professionally.

Exciting career prospects and room for advancement.

If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply through the link below and let's explore the potential of working together.

Join Chrysos and be part of an innovative team that's shaping the future of mining technology!