Peabody Energy, Inc.
Title: Senior Category Specialist
State: QLD
Country/Region: AU
Postal Code: 4000
Department: Procurement
Drive strategic sourcing and category management for mine site equipment and parts
Influence supplier networks and deliver value through commercial excellence
Join a global leader with flexible work options and career development opportunities
About the Role Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this role is pivotal in ensuring Peabody’s external supply network is effectively engaged to support our business needs in a way that optimises value. You will manage strategic sourcing and category strategies for Mine Site Equipment and Parts (both surface and underground), partnering with stakeholders to deliver cost, quality, and supply outcomes.
You will provide commercial insights, negotiate contracts, and oversee category health while driving continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong analytical skills, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to influence supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute category strategies for equipment and parts
Conduct supply market analysis and strategic sourcing activities
Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring compliance and value delivery
Provide financial analysis and management reporting to inform decisions
Maintain SAP system controls and drive process improvement initiatives
Resolve commercial issues across a portfolio of procurement categories
Engage with mine sites and corporate stakeholders to align strategies
The Lifestyle This position is a permanent full‑time role working from our Fortitude Valley office. Peabody offers flexible work policies including hybrid office/home working arrangements and ½ day Friday. Occasional site visits to our NSW and QLD mine sites will be required to ensure effective stakeholder engagement and execution of strategic sourcing and contract management activities.
About You We are seeking a commercially astute category specialist with a strong background in procurement and contract management within the mining sector. You will thrive in a dynamic environment and be motivated by achieving results through collaboration and influence.
You will bring:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in category and/or contract management in mining (essential)
Strong analytical, reporting, and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities
Undergraduate degree in engineering, business, commerce, or law (preferred)
Experience with ERP systems (SAP and/or Ariba advantageous)
A proactive, detail‑oriented approach with outstanding communication skills
Why Join Us?
Work on diverse, high value matters that have a tangible impact on the business
Competitive salary package with excellent short term incentive plan
Unlock more than 2,000 health and wellness perks with WHEREFIT
Contemporary office in Fortitude Valley, complemented by flexible work options
Access tax benefits with our novated vehicle leasing program
Exclusive discounts on private health insurance
About Peabody Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.
Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.
We offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognises, and develops our employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.
Please note Peabody does not accept unsolicited agency referrals. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this vacancy.
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Country/Region: AU
Postal Code: 4000
Department: Procurement
Drive strategic sourcing and category management for mine site equipment and parts
Influence supplier networks and deliver value through commercial excellence
Join a global leader with flexible work options and career development opportunities
About the Role Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this role is pivotal in ensuring Peabody’s external supply network is effectively engaged to support our business needs in a way that optimises value. You will manage strategic sourcing and category strategies for Mine Site Equipment and Parts (both surface and underground), partnering with stakeholders to deliver cost, quality, and supply outcomes.
You will provide commercial insights, negotiate contracts, and oversee category health while driving continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong analytical skills, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to influence supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute category strategies for equipment and parts
Conduct supply market analysis and strategic sourcing activities
Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring compliance and value delivery
Provide financial analysis and management reporting to inform decisions
Maintain SAP system controls and drive process improvement initiatives
Resolve commercial issues across a portfolio of procurement categories
Engage with mine sites and corporate stakeholders to align strategies
The Lifestyle This position is a permanent full‑time role working from our Fortitude Valley office. Peabody offers flexible work policies including hybrid office/home working arrangements and ½ day Friday. Occasional site visits to our NSW and QLD mine sites will be required to ensure effective stakeholder engagement and execution of strategic sourcing and contract management activities.
About You We are seeking a commercially astute category specialist with a strong background in procurement and contract management within the mining sector. You will thrive in a dynamic environment and be motivated by achieving results through collaboration and influence.
You will bring:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in category and/or contract management in mining (essential)
Strong analytical, reporting, and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities
Undergraduate degree in engineering, business, commerce, or law (preferred)
Experience with ERP systems (SAP and/or Ariba advantageous)
A proactive, detail‑oriented approach with outstanding communication skills
Why Join Us?
Work on diverse, high value matters that have a tangible impact on the business
Competitive salary package with excellent short term incentive plan
Unlock more than 2,000 health and wellness perks with WHEREFIT
Contemporary office in Fortitude Valley, complemented by flexible work options
Access tax benefits with our novated vehicle leasing program
Exclusive discounts on private health insurance
About Peabody Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.
Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.
We offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognises, and develops our employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.
Please note Peabody does not accept unsolicited agency referrals. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this vacancy.
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