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Buyers (BHP / BMA)

BHP and BMA employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs. Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their BHP email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

BHP / BMA Employee Registration

Buyers (Tier A Contractors)

Tier A Contractor employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs. Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their Tier A Contractor email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

Tier A Contractor Employee Registration

 

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News & Media Announcements

November 16th, 2023

NEW SOUTH WALES NEWS | 2023 NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (NSWICC) Infrastructure and Construction Forum C-Res and our BHP business partners were out and about in the Hunter Valley connecting with local and Indigenous businesses at the … Discover more >

Meet the Buyer events creating connections in the Pilbara

November 3rd, 2023

It was the Pilbara's turn to play host to the Local Buying Program's signature event - Meet the Buyer. Reaching capacity for both venues, it was an opportunity for small, local and Indigenous businesses to discuss their capabilities with BHP Buyers … Discover more >

Connecting community and local businesses for fun!

October 28th, 2023

The Port and Rail Family Day is a big annual event in Port Hedland. Recently BHP Buyers used the Local Buying Program to raise Work Instructions to engage a number of small, local businesses. The BHP organisers worked closely with the C-Res Business … Discover more >

The Circle First Nations Business Showcase

October 28th, 2023

BHP and C-Res are continuously working to increase the variety of Indigenous businesses registered with the Local Buying Program. C-Res Business Development team is always looking to meet new suppliers that fit within our eligibility criteria. The … Discover more >

Digging up support for small, local business

October 28th, 2023

Engaging with small businesses capable of handling diverse tasks is a key initiative for site. Among these small local businesses engaged via the BHP Local Buying Program, Valley Excavations and Mining Services initially undertook minor projects … Discover more >

Knott family contribution to Centre of Excellence

October 27th, 2023

In a display of site and community collaboration, the Kalgoorlie Nickel Smelter Lead Team has worked with a local supplier to introduce a cutting-edge meeting and boardroom - the Centre of Excellence, within the Engineering building. This project … Discover more >

NATIONAL: A message from the LBF Chair | FY23 Year in Review

September 27th, 2023

Building Stronger Regional Business Communities The past year has been marked by a welcome return to many face-to-face events across our regions in an ever-changing landscape for small businesses. The Local Buying Foundation has remained … Discover more >

NATIONAL: A message from the C-Res CEO | FY23 Year in Review

September 27th, 2023

Strengthening our Commitment to Regional Australia This last year has been a whirlwind of success and growth, marked by a record-breaking spend which has made a profound impact on our regional communities. Together, we have truly made a … Discover more >

BHP Procurement team brings hope for small business futures

September 25th, 2023

The procurement team from BHP have been looking at opportunities to increase BHP's Indigenous Business spend this financial year. Indigenous Procurement Principal, Sharon Trant, and Mining Procurement Principal, Amanda Phillips, joined C-Res … Discover more >

Local business keeping BHP hydrated

September 25th, 2023

Australian Supply Group have been providing essential water suppliers to BHP for shutdowns and rising temperatures. The business is based in Roxby Downs, which ensures that Buyers are provided with a quick and adaptable service to meet BHP's needs … Discover more >