• 11 Month Contract + 12 Month Extension
• NV1 Clearance Required
• Barton, Canberra

Our Client, a large fedreal government department is seeking an enthusiastic Procurement and Contract Management Officer to assist with the day-to-day procurement and contract management processes in accordance with departmental and whole of government procurement policies, to support Procurement & Contracts Team.

Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

• Monitoring and managing procurement activities including providing advice and support for basic to complex procurement;
• Assist in the preparation of procurement approval documentation including Approvals to Approach the Market, Evaluation Outcomes, Approvals to commit funds and enter Arrangements;
• Strong knowledge in administering tender documentation through Aus Tender and DTA;
• Present a high level of customer service to internal clients and stakeholders, providing a proactive approach where Agency representatives are engaged, and feedback is sought;
• Establish and maintain strong business relationships with external stakeholders and suppliers including effectively managing contract enquiries, issues, disputes, variations, risks and undertaking negotiations with suppliers as required;
• Responsible for managing a range of contracts, maintaining relationships with suppliers and customers;
• Monitoring contracts and managing extension or renewal of contracts and contracts close-out;
• Problem-solving contract-related issues;
• Preparation and ongoing management of Government contracts, simple and complex;
• Preparation and ongoing management of Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs).
  
  

Skills and Experience

• Four years' experience working within Government Procurement;
• Thorough understanding of the PGPA Act for complex procurements;
• Complex contract management experience, with knowledge of CCS;
• Experience providing oversight of public sector procurement activities;
• Ability to undertake analysis of suppliers, markets, products and service categories to inform procurement planning;
• Provide advice on 'best fit' security procurement approaches;
• Assist in the administration of tender evaluation reports for consideration and approval;
• Ability to assist in the oversight of contracts administration activities and monitoring of contract management plans;
• Ability to work effectively as an individual or within a team environment;
• The ability to work with minimal supervision.

For more details please get in touch with Alison at the Recruitment Hive by clicking the Quick Apply button, or by calling (02)6299 1006.

JOB ID: AC10658