Procurement Officer

Procurement Officer
Initial 6 month contract + Possible extension
Hybrid and Flexible working available

We're partnering with a large Queensland Government organisation to recruit an experienced Procurement Officer.

This role sits within a central finance and procurement function that supports the delivery of critical public sector services across Queensland. Working with a diverse range of stakeholders, you'll contribute to procurement planning, sourcing activities, contract administration and procurement governance outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and customer-focused procurement professional who enjoys balancing operational delivery with stakeholder engagement. You'll join a collaborative team environment where your advice and support will directly contribute to the efficient delivery of essential services

What you'll be doing

• Provide procurement advice and support to internal stakeholders
• Assist with procurement planning and sourcing activities
• Prepare procurement documentation and tender-related materials
• Support supplier engagement and market sounding activities
• Conduct market research and procurement analysis
• Develop specifications and procurement requirements with stakeholders
• Prepare evaluation plans, reports and recommendation documentation
• Coordinate procurement evaluation meetings and workshops
• Support contract and consultancy engagement processes
• Prepare briefing notes, reports and correspondence
• Maintain procurement registers and compliance records
• Ensure procurement activities align with government policies and procedures
• Build and maintain effective supplier and stakeholder relationships
• Assist with vendor negotiations and procurement outcomes
• Support continuous improvement of procurement administration processes

What you need to bring

• Experience supporting procurement, sourcing or contract management activities
• Strong understanding of procurement principles and governance practices
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures and legislative requirements
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and customer service skills
• Strong written communication and report-writing capability
• Experience preparing procurement or business documentation
• High level attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience conducting research and market analysis
• Sound negotiation and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Experience maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Experience working within a structured governance environment

Bonus points for

• Government procurement experience
• Procurement Level 1 or Level 2 certification
• Exposure to contract management activities
• Experience using SAP or similar financial management systems
• Knowledge of Queensland Government procurement frameworks
• Experience working within large, complex organisations

For a confidential discussion or to learn more please reach out to Lakshmi Dhanarajachar on 0419 721 158 or lakshmi.d@clicks.com.au.


If you wish to apply for this position, please submit your resume by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. For further information please contact Amy Watson at Clicks IT Recruitment on +61 429 171 544.
 
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