Procurement Coordinator

Procurement Coordinator- Darwin
 
The Procurement Coordinator will play a key role in shaping and improving procurement practices across Council, coordinating procurement activities, managing supplier panels and organisational supply arrangements, and providing practical advice, training and support across a diverse range of Council services.
 
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements, strengthen supplier relationships and help build a procurement function that is efficient, transparent, accountable and responsive to the needs of the organisation. The position will work in close proximity to the Directors, Assistant Directors and Senior Managers.
 
What you'll do:

• Coordinate Council's procurement function and provide advice and support to staff on procurement processes, requirements and appropriate procurement approaches.
• Coordinate end-to-end tender, quotation and other procurement processes, ensuring activities are compliant and in accordance with legislation, Council policy and delegations.
• Develop, maintain and improve procurement procedures, templates, systems and guidance to support consistent and compliant procurement practices across Council.
• Coordinate and manage Council's supply arrangements, supplier panels and strategic supplier agreements, ensuring coverage, competitive outcomes and value for money.
• Monitor and review existing supply arrangements, supplier performance and organisational spend to identify gaps, risks, efficiencies and opportunities for improved procurement outcomes.
• Support the development of procurement scopes, specifications, evaluation documentation and recommendations in consultation with relevant business areas.
• Engage and negotiate with suppliers and contractors to support commercially sound outcomes and value for money for Council.
• Monitor procurement activities and identify potential compliance issues, risks or departures from Council requirements for appropriate action or escalation.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, registers and documentation and provide regular reporting on procurement activity, contracts, suppliers and organisational procurement
• Support procurement capability across Council through practical guidance, information and training for managers and staff.
• Actively participate in all offered training and development opportunities.
• Comply with all Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as reasonably directed by the Director - Community & Corporate Services

What We're Looking For:
 
Essential:

• Relevant qualification in procurement, contract management, business or a related discipline, and/or substantial relevant procurement experience.
• Demonstrated experience establishing, coordinating, and managing supply arrangements, supplier panels, contracts and supplier relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies, procedures, and delegations to procurement activities.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate, influence outcomes, and resolve procurement issues.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating organisational priorities and leading projects, reviews or improvement initiatives involving multiple business areas and stakeholders.
• Highly developed communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across a range of stakeholders.
• High level of computer literacy and ability to effectively use procurement, financial and document management systems.
• Must hold a current C Class Drivers Licence.

Desirable

• Previous procurement experience within local government, the public sector or another regulated environment.
• Knowledge of Northern Territory local government procurement requirements.
• Experience using Technology One, document management and electronic procurement systems.
• Experience developing or managing supplier panels and strategic supplier arrangements.
• Demonstrated cross-cultural awareness and ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment.
• Awareness of issues affecting Indigenous people in Australia.

What You'll Get

• Salary: (Level 7) - $105 ,120.53 - $111, 522.46 per Anum
• Annual salary review under the Enterprise Agreement
• The opportunity to live and work in a unique, community‑driven environment where your contribution truly matters

Employment is subject to a Criminal History Check and NT Working with Children Clearance. Travel to remote communities may be required.  
 
East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
 
How to Apply   Apply via our website: eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/employment/positions-vacant  

Applications close - 23rd October 2026  
 
Please ensure you address the selection criteria in the Position Description, to view the Position Description, please copy the link below and open it in a new browser window  
 
https://irp.cdn-website.com/79fa6d12/files/uploaded/Procurement\_Coordinator\_17SEP26\_-\_FINAL.docx.pdf
 
Enquiries: [email protected]  
 
Applications will be assessed as they are received. 
 
East Arnhem Regional Council reserves the right to close the recruitment process before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.