Procurement Officer - 6-Month Contract | Likely to Extend | Procurement | Contracts | Stakeholder Engagement
We are currently seeking a Procurement Officer to join a busy procurement function within a well-established public sector organisation.
This is a 6-month contract initially, with a strong likelihood of extension longer term.
The role will suit a procurement professional who understands the end-to-end procurement process and can confidently work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to deliver compliant, commercially sound outcomes.
Reporting to the Senior Procurement Business Partner, you will support a range of procurement activities from initial business requirements through to sourcing, tendering, contract award and ongoing contract management.
Managing and reviewing end-to-end procurement and sourcing activities in line with established policies and procedures
Supporting the management of procurement panels and self-service purchasing channels
Assisting with contract management, including resolving issues and negotiating variations to purchase orders, contracts and agreements
Maintaining accurate procurement records and preparing reporting on procurement and contract activity
Providing procurement advice and support to internal stakeholders, including guidance on procurement processes, policy thresholds and best practice
Delivering training and support on procurement systems and processes
Identifying, managing and escalating procurement risks where required




Applying procurement governance and risk management frameworks across procurement activities
Supporting probity and governance requirements with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Keeping up to date with procurement policies, processes, legislation and relevant market developments
About You
We are looking for a procurement professional who can operate with a good level of autonomy and is comfortable working across multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience, education and training
Experience across end-to-end procurement, including business planning, needs analysis, sourcing, tendering and contract award
Strong knowledge of procurement and contract management frameworks
The ability to manage procurement matters with minimal supervision
An understanding of procurement governance, risk and relevant legislative requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
About the Opportunity
6-month contract initially, with a strong likelihood of longer-term extension
Join a well-established public sector organisation
On-site parking available
Car travel is recommended, as the location is not close to public transport
Chance to work across a broad range of procurement, contracts, governance and stakeholder management activities
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