Mackay Regional Council has an exciting opportunity in Procurement to play a key role in guiding the Procurement Operations team to achieve organisational objectives. This is a temporary full-time position until August 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

Shall include, but not be limited to:

• Lead, guide, develop and mentor Procurement Operations team members.
• Review, develop and drive best practice procurement procedures and strategies.
• Identify, promote and drive cost saving reductions
• Ensure the processing of purchase requisitions and the delivery of goods received is performed in accordance with purchasing procedures and Councils Procurement Policy.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Strong experience in purchasing goods and services in a multi-disciplined organisation.
• Ability to lead, delegate and supervise a team.
• Extensive previous use of Corporate Purchasing Software.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and effective working relationships, teamed with the ability to communicate appropriately both verbally and in writing.

In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:

• Base hourly rate of $48.07
• 11.5% superannuation.
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Interested in joining the team?

Please submit an up-to-date resume, cover letter detailing your interest, relevant qualifications and experience.

After submitting, you will receive an automated confirmation email. Should you not receive this, please ensure you have submitted your application and your email address on your account is correct.

Applications Close:

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! This vacancy may close earlier than expected, so don't delay in submitting your application to avoid missing out.

Having troubles submitted your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).

***Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.