Job Description
Make a meaningful impact on Queensland's digital transformation — this is your opportunity to bring your procurement expertise to a high-profile government ICT program. If you thrive in complex, governed environments and want your work to matter, keep reading.
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THE ROLE
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Talent Street is partnering with a Queensland State Government agency to recruit a Senior Procurement Officer on a contract basis, based in Queensland. Working within a fast-paced ICT program, you'll provide end-to-end procurement, contract management, and commercial support across a portfolio of technology and digital transformation initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, you'll work closely with project managers, business stakeholders, vendors, and departmental procurement teams to deliver value-for-money outcomes while maintaining full compliance with government governance frameworks and legislative requirements.
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WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
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Coordinating and supporting end-to-end procurement activities, including market approaches, requests for quotation, requests for tender, and evaluation processes
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Managing contract administration including obligations, deliverables, milestones, variations, renewals, and extensions
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Providing expert procurement and contract management advice to project teams, senior managers, and key stakeholders
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Monitoring vendor and supplier performance against contracted service levels, KPIs, and obligations — escalating issues and recommending corrective actions
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Tracking contract expenditure, supporting budget forecasting, invoice validation, and financial reporting
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Identifying and managing procurement and contract risks,



implementing appropriate controls and mitigation strategies
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Preparing governance reports, briefing papers, and contract performance reports for senior leadership and governance bodies
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Supporting audit, assurance, and compliance activities while maintaining accurate and auditable procurement records
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Contributing to continuous improvement of procurement processes, templates, and governance practices
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WHAT YOU'LL BRING
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Demonstrated experience in procurement, contract management, or commercial support within a government, ICT, or large organisational environment
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Solid working knowledge of contract management principles, procurement processes, vendor performance management, and compliance frameworks
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Experience interpreting contract terms and monitoring supplier performance against agreed obligations
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Solid financial management skills including expenditure tracking, forecasting, and value-for-money reporting
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Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication skills
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects
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NICE TO HAVE
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Experience in Queensland Government or other highly regulated procurement environments
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Background supporting ICT, digital transformation, or professional services procurement
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Relevant qualifications in Procurement, Commerce, Business, Contract Management, Law, or a related field
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Procurement Certification Level 3 or higher
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ABOUT TALENT STREET
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Talent Street is a specialist technology recruitment agency connecting top IT professionals with leading organisations across Australia.

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