Job details

- Opportunity to join the Strategic Procurement team

- Monday to Friday role based at Station Place

- Ideal for an organised procurement professional who can manage competing priorities and build solid stakeholder relationships

About The Client

Our client works to deliver essential infrastructure and energy solutions. With a focus on safe, reliable and efficient operations, they offer the opportunity to contribute to procurement activities that support projects and business operations.

About The Position

We are seeking an organised and proactive Category Officer to join the Strategic Procurement team on a temporary basis through to Christmas. Based at Station Place, this Grade 5 position will suit someone who can confidently manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously, coordinate sourcing requirements and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Reporting to the Strategic Category Leader or Category Lead, you will support the establishment and administration of contracts, primarily focusing on straightforward, low-value and low-risk procurement activities. You will play an important role in ensuring procurement processes are completed accurately, efficiently and in line with organisational procedures, while delivering value for money.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate multiple low-value, low-risk procurement and sourcing activities simultaneously

- Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather information and develop complete, accurate RFQ and tender documentation

- Conduct market research and assist with supplier sourcing and evaluation processes





- Prepare and issue requests for quotation (RFQs) and requests for tender (RFTs)

- Assist with tender evaluations, supplier negotiations and contract establishment

- Coordinate vendor onboarding and supplier prequalification requirements

- Maintain accurate contract records and update procurement information within SAP

- Support contract administration, including amendments, extensions and ongoing supplier management

- Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and management

- Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant policies, procedures and contractual requirements

- Assist with tracking procurement outcomes, including estimated and actual savings where required

Skills And Experience

- Demonstrated experience in procurement, sourcing, purchasing or contract administration

- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

- Confident stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to proactively follow up on outstanding information

- Experience preparing RFQs, sourcing documentation or coordinating purchasing activities





- Understanding of vendor onboarding and supplier prequalification processes

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office;

experience using SAP or similar procurement systems will be highly regarded

- Previous procurement experience within construction, infrastructure, utilities or a project-based organisation is desirable but not essential
- A proactive, adaptable approach with the confidence to work independently and collaborate with a wider team
- A qualification in Supply Chain, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent experience, will be highly regarded

- CIPS membership or progress towards membership is desirable

Apply Now

Click the Apply button to submit your application or for more information, please contact:

WorkPac Principal Consultant: Lukas Radich on 0400 458 364 or [email protected], quoting job reference number 7004J202698005.

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success.

We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.

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