Procurement Business Partner
3 x Permanent/Full Time - 35 hours, 5days per week
Salary: Negotiable
Liverpool City Council has experience rapid change and growth within our LGA and has become one of the fastest growing Cities and is the Gateway City to Western Sydney Airport.
Our focus is on effective solutions to everyday issues, finding innovative ways of servicing our city and providing outstanding customer service to all our residents and visitors.
There is currently an exciting opportunity for three “hands on” Procurement Specialists to support staff and key stakeholders as procurement business partners at various levels and across the organisation.
Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.
For further information about the position please contact Farooq Portelli, Director Corporate Support on 02 8711 7526 .
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Procurement Business Partner will facilitate the delivery of procurement activities to the business unit(s) assigned, including (but not limited to) tendering, quote generation, exemptions, review and release of purchase orders, training, reporting and general guidance/assistance.
The position reports to the Strategic Procurement and Contracts Manager and is fast paced with a dynamic work environment which positively contributes to our people and community. The role sits in a highly professional team managing diverse portfolios.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US
1. Council offers career progression opportunities & ongoing support.
2. Free parking nearby and close to public transport.
3. Access to mentoring and coaching from Snr team members.
4. Internal professional Learning and Development
5. Access to Fitness Passport program.
6. Access to Flexi time accrual.
ABOUT YOU
The desired candidate will be highly motivated, and process-driven, with high attention to detail.You will have extensive experience in managing high volume of priorities, including procurement of goods and services and knowledge of the NSW Government procurement policies and procedures.
The successful applicants will be able to demonstrate their competency in the following essential areas:
7. Appropriate tertiary qualifications relevant to purchasing/procurement, and/or relevant work experience in a purchasing/procurement role.
8. Demonstrated experience in the preparation, administration, and management of tender and contract documents.
9. Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management, with a focus on facilitating purchasing or project delivery outcomes.
10. Demonstrated experience in the effective application of contract and procurement policies, practices, and procedures.
11. Demonstrated experience in identifying and responding to strategic improvement opportunities, in relation to purchasing and procurement activities.
12. Working knowledge of the Local Government Act 1993 (and associated regulations) and its application to procurement procedures and practices.
13. Hold a Class C Drivers Licence.
At LCC we know that our people are our most valuable investment. They are the creative drive behind Councils major projects, their skills and knowledge contribute to council short- and long-term objectives.
How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection/essential criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.
Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential .
To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with a disability throughout the recruitment process.
**It is a condition of employment at Liverpool City Council, that you must be Covid-19 vaccinated.