Job description
Your new company
Hays Recruitment are partnering with a Queensland Government department to recruit an AO5 Procurement Officer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative regional team supporting the delivery of key infrastructure and investment programs across the region.
Your new role
As the AO5 Procurement Officer, you will provide procurement advice and deliver end-to-end procurement and contract administration activities in line with departmental policies and governance frameworks.
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate and monitor the provision of timely, accurate, and relevant procurement advice in accordance with departmental procurement policies and governance frameworks.
- Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including procurement planning, documentation, evaluation processes, supplier negotiations, contract preparation, and establishment of supply arrangements.
- Provide professional advice and support to internal clients regarding procurement processes and requirements
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to share knowledge, improve business processes, and drive procurement best practice
- Support successful business outcomes through effective resource utilisation, performance monitoring, analysis, and reporting
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
- Provide contract administration support, including contract establishment, management of variations, and processing of progress payments across infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects
- Ensure the timely creation and processing of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices through departmental systems
- Deliver financial administration services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and monthly reconciliations
- Utilise a range of systems and software packages, including SAP, 3PCM, and Microsoft Excel, to support procurement and financial management functions
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support broader team objectives as required
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will bring demonstrated experience in procurement, contract administration, and stakeholder engagement, along with the ability to operate effectively within governance and compliance frameworks.
To be successful, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience in procurement and contract administration
- Strong knowledge of procurement policies, procedures, and governance requirements
- Experience delivering end-to-end procurement activities and providing stakeholder advice
- Sound financial administration skills, including accounts payable and receivable
- Experience using procurement and financial systems, ideally SAP and Microsoft Excel
- Strong communication, organisational, and relationship management skills
- A proactive approach with a focus on accountability, compliance, and customer service
What you'll get in return
In return, you will secure an opportunity to work within a respected Queensland Government organisation, contributing to the delivery of significant regional infrastructure and investment programs.
You will benefit from:
- Valuable experience within a large and diverse government environment
- Exposure to complex procurement and contract management activities
- A supportive and collaborative team culture
- The opportunity to further develop your procurement and stakeholder management expertise
- The chance to contribute to projects that deliver meaningful outcomes for Queensland communities
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us directly for more information.
If this opportunity isn't quite right, but you're considering your next career move, please reach out for a confidential discussion about current market opportunities.
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