Procurement Advisor

We are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Advisor for a contract opportunity with one of our clients. This will be a 6 month contract.

The role will support the delivery and continuous improvement of procurement, tendering and contract management activities, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the organisation’s procurement plan and procurement records.
• Manage Requests for Quotations and tenders through relevant procurement systems.
• Assist with tender and contract preparation, advertising, evaluation and recommendations.
• Facilitate tender probity and evaluation processes and participate in evaluation committees.
• Monitor contract preparation, administration and commercial arrangements.
• Support staff with procurement, tendering and contract management advice and training.
• Facilitate negotiations with vendors and assist with establishing preferred supplier arrangements.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with WH&S, environmental, risk management and organisational requirements.
• Provide regular reporting on major procurement activities and procurement KPIs.
• Review procurement systems and processes and recommend improvements.
• Support store and inventory management, stocktakes and customer service as required.

About You

We’re looking for a confident procurement professional with strong local government experience and excellent stakeholder and negotiation skills.

Essential:

• Certificate IV in Government (Procurement and Contracting) for NSW Local Government, or relevant qualifications and experience.
• 5–10 years’ experience in Local Government or a related environment.
• Demonstrated experience in tender and contract preparation in accordance with legislative requirements.
• Experience delivering training in procurement systems, tendering and contract management.
• Strong understanding of contract law and negotiation techniques.
• Previous project management experience.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively across a diverse organisation.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.

Apply Now

This is a great opportunity in this field and to contribute to the effective delivery of procurement and contract management services within a local government environment.

Apply now to find out more about this opportunity.