The Opportunity

Troocoo is partnered with a leading higher education institution to recruit an ICT Procurement Specialist to join a high-performing team on a full-time, permanent basis in Brisbane’s Inner suburbs.

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager, the Procurement Specialist will partner with key stakeholders across the Information Technology category to lead and deliver end-to-end procurement activities.

Benefits

• Generous subsidy towards study for an approved graduate certificate program.
• Fully paid parental leave of up to 26 weeks, including up to 14 weeks of full pay for primary caregiver leave
• Wellness initiatives such as fitness passport, social events and free skin cancer checks
• Travel benefits, including discounts on car hire, airport lounges and selected airlines
• Discounted access to gyms, pools and other fitness and recreation sites.
• Discounted parking on-site

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and implement ICT procurement plans and strategic sourcing strategies
• Lead sourcing activities to establish supply arrangements that meet business needs
• Conduct market analysis, spend analysis, and commercial risk assessments to inform procurement planning and sourcing decisions
• Lead contract negotiations and review of supply arrangements to deliver value-for-money procurement outcomes
• Partner with ICT stakeholders, providing high-level advice and guidance to build expertise in procurement, provide governance and improve procurement practice and outcomes
• Independently draft and execute ICT procurement contracts based on the organisation's specifications and approved templates
• Work closely with the legal team to identify legal risks associated with ICT procurement activities

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience within an ICT Procurement-focused role is essential
• Knowledge and experience in conducting both pre-and post-award procurement activities
• Experience with QITC / QITC contracts preferred
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels
• Strong attention to detail with previous experience drafting and executing contract agreements
• Ability to work within a developing environment
• Passionate about delivering successful outcomes for stakeholders
  
  

Applicants with tertiary education and further training in the procurement industry, such as MCIPS, will be held in high regard, but demonstrable experience is the priority.

Please note that we are only accepting applications from candidates who are currently based in Australia and hold full working rights.

Apply

Click ‘Apply’ or email a copy of your resume and a cover letter to Laura Gibbons, Director – Procurement, Contracts & Supply Chain at ••••@troocoo.com.