Are you an experienced procurement professional with a strong commercial mindset?

We are looking for a Senior Procurement Officer to manage procurement, inventory and supplier coordination across RNA’s Food & Beverage operations and major events, including the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka).

This is a hands-on role where you’ll combine procurement, supplier management, inventory control and commercial analysis in a rapid-paced event environment.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity with immediate start

What you’ll be doing

Manage end-to-end procurement of food and beverage products, from requisition through to delivery and receiving

Source quality products and achieve competitive pricing and commercial outcomes

Raise and manage purchase orders, follow up suppliers and ensure timely delivery

Manage inventory movements, stock levels, stocktakes, audits and cycle counts

Monitor pricing, product usage and stock variances to identify savings and efficiencies

Process invoices, credits and adjustments

Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers

Support F&B; and Kitchen teams with pricing, reporting and product advice

Assist with forecasting and inventory planning based on usage and event requirements

Maintain HACCP, supplier compliance and procurement governance requirements

Provide operational and loading dock support during major events as required

About you

You are organised, commercially minded and confident working across procurement and inventory in a busy operational environment.

You will bring:

Experience in procurement, purchasing, inventory or supply chain, ideally within F&B;, hospitality, events or a similar environment





Strong supplier management and negotiation skills

Experience with purchase orders, invoicing, stocktakes and inventory systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail and a focus on accuracy and governance

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Knowledge of HACCP and food safety requirements

Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure

A practical, hands-on approach and strong commitment to customer and business outcomes

What we offer

A unique workplace at the Brisbane Showgrounds

5 weeks’ Annual Leave plus 5 Wellness Days

Free onsite parking

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Career development and growth opportunities

The opportunity to work across major events and high-volume F&B; operations

About Us

The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland (RNA) owns and operates the historic Brisbane Showgrounds precinct, home to the iconic Royal Queensland Show and more than 250 events a year. The 22-hectare precinct, just 1.5kms from the CBD, attracts over a million visitors annually and is Queensland’s largest indoor/outdoor events space. It also features the vibrant King Street dining precinct and the five-star Royal International Convention Centre.

How to apply

If you’re ready to bring your procurement, inventory and supplier management experience to a dynamic event environment, click Apply Now and submit your resume and cover letter.

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📌 F&B Procurement Lead for Major Events (Brisbane)
🏢 RNA
📍 Brisbane