Procurement Specialist * Salary: $97,955 - $111,142 (Plus superannuation) * Ongoing position * Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available) * Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 (flexibility may be available) The Role The Procurement Specialist plays a critical role by providing procurement advice to DJSIR Groups and contributing to the running of multiple sourcing events. This fast-paced business-critical work involves collaborating closely with other specialists in the Procurement Centre as well as project managers across DJSIR to deliver on the department's strategic goals (including social procurement), procurement compliance and achieving value for money. The successful applicant will work effectively as a member of a team, enjoy flexible working arrangements and undertake a wide variety of work. Main accountabilities: * Support the Lead Procurement Specialist in providing expert procurement advice to ensure compliance with DJSIR policies and achieve value for money outcomes. * Build and maintain relationships with DJSIR Groups, internal and external stakeholders to achieve delivery of the Group stakeholders' objectives from sourcing events. * Contribute to identifying appropriate sourcing approaches through conducting market analysis, cost- benefit analysis and determining the appropriate sourcing approach to undertake. * Contribute to the end-to-end execution of sourcing events to ensure value for money is achieved and VGPB procurement standards are adhered to. * Contribute the management and the running of tenders, inputting to the negotiation process of high-risk contracts, and supporting the evaluation of quotes documentation of awarding contracts. * Provide advice and support in tender evaluations and contract negotiations with prospective suppliers. The Team The position of Procurement Specialist forms part of the Finance, Investment and Procurement Branch, which sits within Corporate Services Group. The Corporate Services group consists of specialist functions including finance, investment and procurement, performance and governance, legal and legislation, people and culture, information technology and workplace services and emergency management. Finance, Investment and Procurement Branch support best practice resource allocation, budget and financial management and procurement across the department. It does this through the provision of strategic advice to the senior Executive and Ministers and the development and implementation of frameworks, policies, systems and internal controls in accordance with the Financial Management Act 1994, other relevant legislation, accounting standards and Department of Treasury and Finance and Victorian Government Purchasing Board requirements. About You To be successful in this role, you will have the following main skills and experience: * Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Resolves issues through deep understanding/interpretation of existing guidelines. Where guidelines aren't available, analyses ideas available and takes action including in consultation with others to resolve problems. * Stakeholder Engagement: Takes steps to add value for the client or stakeholder; Links people with other areas as appropriate; Monitors client and stakeholder satisfaction; Constructively deals with stakeholder issues. * Working Collaboratively: Builds a supportive and cooperative team environment; Engages other teams to share information in order to understand or respond to issues; Supports others in challenging situations. * Outcomes Thinking: Works with sense of purpose within the team and enables others to understand the strategic direction of the branch and organisation. * Customer Focus: Monitors customer satisfaction to gain critical insights; Looks for continuous improvement opportunities and ways to innovate. Further Information For a confidential discussion, please contact Jason Bell-Davey, Lead Procurement Specialist on 0472 812 270. The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. To be eligible for this position you must hold the mandatory qualification as outlined in the position description. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description. For Finance Roles: The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry, and Regions is an accredited CPA Australia Recognised Employer Partner. Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line. How to Apply Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to submit a copy of current resume and a cover letter. Applications close at 23:59pm on Wednesday, 15 April 2026.