Procurement Advisor - Local Government
6 Month Contract | $55 per hour + super | 35 hours per week

McArthur is currently seeking an experienced Procurement Advisor for an initial six-month temporary assignment with a well-established Local Government organisation in Sydney's North Shore.

Working within the Procurement and Contracts function, this position will provide hands-on procurement, tendering and contract support across the organisation. The successful candidate will have previous Local Government procurement experience and be confident managing procurement activities in accordance with relevant policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Supporting the delivery of end-to-end procurement activities, including RFQs, tenders and expressions of interest
- Preparing and reviewing tender and contract documentation
- Facilitating tender evaluation and probity processes
- Participating in tender evaluation committees and assisting with recommendations
- Supporting contract preparation, administration and ongoing contract tracking
- Providing procurement advice and guidance to internal stakeholders
- Assisting with supplier and vendor negotiations
- Establishing and maintaining preferred supplier arrangements
- Maintaining accurate procurement records, reporting and performance information
- Supporting the continuous improvement of procurement systems, processes and templates
- Providing guidance and training to staff on procurement, tendering and contract management processes
- Supporting purchasing, supplier and stores-related activities as required

To be considered, you will require:





- Previous procurement experience within Local Government - essential
- Demonstrated experience preparing and managing tenders, RFQs and contracts
- Sound knowledge of Local Government procurement processes, governance and legislative requirements
- Experience participating in tender evaluation and supplier selection processes
- Strong understanding of contract administration and commercial negotiation
- Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Previous project management experience
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously
- A current Class C driver's licence
- Relevant procurement, contracting or equivalent qualifications and/or substantial relevant experience

Experience using platforms such as Tenderlink, VendorPanel, eTendering or similar procurement systems will be highly regarded.

The opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Local Government procurement professional seeking a six-month contract with the potential for extension. The position offers a varied workload across procurement, tendering, contracts and supplier management within an established public-sector environment.

Contract: Initial 6 months, with potential extension
Hours: 35 hours per week
Rate: $55 per hour + super
Location: Sydney North Shore

If you have demonstrated Local Government procurement experience and are available for your next contract opportunity, we encourage you to apply. If you would like to discuss this prospect further pelase contact Stuart Sebiranda on (02) •••• •042

📌 Procurement Advisor - Local Government | 6 Month Contract (Sydney)
🏢 Mcarthur
📍 Sydney