Specialist - Master Data, Supplier

• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus 
• A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work! 
• Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane based

Delivering good energy starts from within

It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.

About the role:

The Specialist – Master Data is responsible in ensuring that the Procurement Supplier information and associated Master Data is valid and maintained in accordance with Origin’s Master Data governance requirements and supports the ongoing maintenance, integrity and governance of Origin’s supplier master data.  

This role plays a key role in ensuring supplier information is accurate, current and compliant with internal processes to enable informed procurement and risk management decisions. It contributes to the operational delivery of the Supplier Governance Framework by supporting the onboarding, validation, and monitoring of supplier data. 

Key Responsibilities

·        Support the implementation of supplier governance frameworks, ensuring accuracy and consistency of supplier data in SAP Ariba, with regular reviews and cleansing activities.

·        Provide first-level guidance on supplier onboarding, align supplier information with sourcing strategies, and facilitate seamless supplier pre-qualification processes.

·        Understand and contribute to Origin's strategy by utilising systems for low-cost, automated solutions and actively engaging stakeholders to meet business objectives.

·        Act as the technical custodian for ERP data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with master data standards, relevant legislation, and Origin's risk framework.

·        Continuously identify and deliver solutions to improve business practices, automation, and spend optimisation across the supply chain process.

·        Cooperate and collaborate effectively within the team, building healthy working relationships and sharing knowledge to enhance overall capability.

·        Serve as a technical subject matter expert for material master data, guiding and coaching internal stakeholders and procurement teams.

·        Actively comply with and promote all relevant Occupational, Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation, ensuring optimal HSE performance in supplier and contractor management.

What will you bring?

You will role model Origin’s values, be self-driven, with ability to be proactive and take initiative. A team player with ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of people across levels, building positive, productive working relationships.

·        2-3 years in procurement operations, master data management, or supply chain support roles.

·        Strong working knowledge of supplier lifecycle processes, including onboarding, validation, and compliance, with high attention to detail for data accuracy.

·        Proficient in ERP systems (ideally SAP) and experienced with supplier management tools.

·        Highly organised, capable of managing multiple data tasks and meeting tight deadlines.

·        Good written and verbal communication skills to effectively support stakeholder interactions.

·        Demonstrates the ability to follow defined processes, proactively raise issues, and continuously seek process improvements.

·        Possesses a proactive, collaborative customer service mindset and takes accountability for work quality and timelines.

·        Adaptable to evolving priorities, comfortable with ambiguity, and an enthusiastic team player.

So, why join us?

• Discounted Origin product benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers!
• Flexible working environment
• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance based reviews
• Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
• Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
• A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work!

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.