Position
Procurement Officer | Parramatta | Contract
We're currently recruiting for an experienced Procurement Officer to support the delivery of infrastructure and project‐related initiatives within a government environment. This is a hands‐on role working across end‐to‐end procurement, contract management, and stakeholder engagement in a fast‐paced setting.
Location & Contract
* Parramatta
* 6‐month contract (potential extension)
* $65 per hour + super (PAYG) or $65 flat (ABN)
* Flexible working: approx. 5 days in office per fortnight (Tuesday anchor day)
Key responsibilities
* Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and support procurement planning
* Conduct sourcing activities and contribute to supplier negotiations
* Manage contracts, monitor supplier performance, and resolve issues
* Provide procurement advice and ensure governance compliance
* Identify and manage procurement risks
* Maintain procurement records and reporting
About you
* Experience within government or a strong construction / infrastructure procurement background
* Proven experience across sourcing, contract management, and supplier engagement
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Confident, proactive, and able to influence outcomes
* Comfortable handling ambiguity and driving outcomes
Highly desirable
* Assertive communicator who can lead challenging conversations
* Ability to negotiate and manage competing priorities
* Collaborative and solutions‐focused mindset
* Technology‐savvy and adaptable
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