Procurement Advisor for a key player in the public sector

Your new role

Based north of the River, you will be working for a key player in the public sector, committed providing essential services to communities across the region. The company plays a pivotal role in safeguarding resources and supporting the state's growth and development.

Are you ready to make a significant impact in procurement? We are looking for a skilled and experienced Procurement Specialist to deliver comprehensive procurement services across all Group, Business Unit, and Regional Customers. In this role, you will focus on strategic sourcing, purchasing, and expediting a diverse range of goods and services to support our organisation's operations and goals.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Verifying shopping carts and reviewing robotic purchase orders
• Soliciting competitive bids and ensuring optimal value for money
• Providing procurement support and managing purchase order changes
• Identifying and maintaining relationships with preferred suppliers
• Preparing and maintaining user guides
• Conducting regular contract performance reviews
• Liaising with manufacturers, contractors, and suppliers
• Providing professional advice and nurturing strong customer relationships
• Ensuring accurate data entry in SRM e-procurement and SAP MM systems
• Monitoring purchasing data and recommending system enhancements

What you'll need to succeed

• Substantial procurement experience in a large engineering-focused organisation
  
• Expertise in supplier and contractor evaluation, along with computer-based procurement systems
  
• Strong knowledge of contract management and procurement theory
  
• Familiarity with electronic trading platforms and regulatory requirements
  
• Exceptional business communication and stakeholder management skills
  
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplined teams
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and other business computing applications
  
• Outstanding prioritisation, leadership, and interpersonal abilities
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  

What you'll get in return

• 6 month assignment, with a view to extend
  
• Hourly rate up to $63 + superannuation
  
• Weekly timesheets submission, online timesheets
  

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Samantha Boys now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.