Procurement Leadership Opportunity
The Procurement team drives impactful outcomes through strategic procurement.
This role involves leading high-value, high-risk, and complex sourcing initiatives to maximise benefits. It requires overseeing supplier selection, negotiation processes while engaging stakeholders to ensure alignment with operational needs.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping the team by mentoring staff, fostering growth, and contributing to a high-performing unit.
You will have the opportunity to assist in developing compliant policies, provide expert advice, and strengthen governance through contributions to the Corporate Procurement Plan and Forward Procurement Schedule.
* Drive Strategic Sourcing Initiatives: Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies for high-value categories.
* Supplier Selection & Negotiation: Manage supplier selection, negotiation processes, ensuring alignment with operational needs and involving stakeholders for collaborative decision-making.
* Staff Mentorship & Management: Support the manager by mentoring staff, fostering growth, and ensuring strong team performance.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and team members within the Department of Justice to support goals.
* Policy Development & Compliance: Develop and enforce procurement policies and procedures that comply with legislative requirements, government policies, and departmental guidelines.
* Expert Procurement Advice: Provide senior-level expertise and guidance on procurement practices, offering high-level advice.
About You
* You enjoy working as part of a team but equally have the ability to work independently.
* Are someone who takes accountability for implementation and quality of outcomes, through professionalism, determination, and transparency.
* Demonstrated flexibility to changing expectations and the ability to adjust approach to meet new requirements.
* Possession of a Procurement Certification Level 3 is highly desirable.
* Demonstrated experience managing strategic procurement activities is highly regarded.
* Demonstrated experience in providing excellent customer service is essential.
Why Join Us?
* We offer a competitive salary and flexible work arrangements.
* The opportunity to use your expertise knowledge and experience to support department objectives.
* Enjoy a dynamic and supportive team environment focused on delivering better outcomes for Queenslanders.