LGA Procurement is a self-funded subsidiary of the Local Government Association. We partner with South Australian councils to deliver best practice procurement outcomes. We provide strategic advice, tendering and contracting services, procurement resources, professional development, and access to sector-wide contracts that create value, efficiency and compliance across local government. As part of our team, you'll contribute to initiatives that strengthen procurement capability and support better outcomes for councils and communities throughout South Australia.
About the role
As the Principal Procurement Advisor, you will play a key role in the procurement process. You will lead defined and complex procurement projects and provide senior specialist advice to councils and internal stakeholders. The role leads the development and ongoing administration of assigned supplier panels and complex sourcing activities, recommending commercial approaches and award outcomes.
The Principal Procurement Advisor acts as the key contact for procurement enquiries, resolving matters within delegation and escalating contentious or high-risk issues for final decision.
Key responsibilities
Lead end-to-end procurement projects (goods, services, works), including planning, market engagement, evaluation and recommendation
Prepare acquisition plans, RFx, evaluation plans, and contract documents
Chair or act as lead advisor to evaluation panels for designated procurements
Lead the continuous improvement, administration and optimisation of assigned supplier panels
Provide expert procurement and commercial advice to councils and stakeholders on sourcing strategies, contract management and risk management
Design and deliver standard training and targeted workshops to uplift procurement capability
Deliver reports,



presentations and recommendations that support informed decision-making and effective outcomes.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of policies, templates and guidance materials
Foster effective supplier and customer partnerships and contribute to business development opportunities
About you
Extensive experience, or relevant tertiary qualification in procurement, contract management, business, finance or a related field. CIPS accreditation is highly regarded
Substantial experience delivering end-to-end procurements, including complex/strategic sourcing in public sector contexts
Working knowledge of procurement tools such as Unimarket, contract management and data systems
Knowledge of Australian Contract Law, Local Government Act, other applicable law and Acts and their application (for example commercial contracting, insurance, warranties, competition and intellectual property) and their practical application in procurement and contracting
Proficiency with DocuSign, CRM platforms, Unimarket
Local government or similar industry experience
Understanding of the role of LGA Procurement and LGA
Versatile, hybrid work environment
A supportive and enjoyable team culture
Ability to contribute real change and ideas
Work from a modern office in the east end of the CBD
Active social club
Employee development and health and well-being programs
Enquiries directly to
John Kelly, Manager Procurement Advisory Services, LGA Procurement
Applications close at 5 pm Monday, 12th October ****.
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LGA embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
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📌 Principal Procurement Advisor (Adelaide)
🏢 LGA South Australia
📍 Adelaide