SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER EASTERN SUBURBS IMMEDIATE START 6 MONTH CONTRACT $50-$60 PER HOUR DEP ON EXPERIENCE Our client does not offer sponsorship opportunities so no overseas applicants will be considered. OVERVIEW The Senior Procurement Officer is responsible for delivering an optimal procurement service and program delivering value for money, quality advice, and timely customer service. Ensures purchasing and tender processes adhere to high standards of probity and accountability. PURCHASING AND TENDERS Ensure governance and legal compliance is maintained Promotes and advises on quality procurement practices and provides advice internal stakeholders ensuring quality service outcomes, value for money and compliance with policy and legislation Complete Purchase Requests as required and ensure all purchases comply with Purchasing policy Assists in preparation of contract documents, and assists in tender evaluation process through to completion Assists in maintaining the Tender Register and ensure this meets with Tender Regulation requirements Respond to and action all operational customer requests and enquiries Supplier Management - manage new and existing suppliers in the finance system Assist in compliance and noncompliance reporting and cost analysis Maintains documentation and records relating to tender and purchasing processes Ensures Occupational Safety and Health is tightly integrated into purchasing decisions, tender decisions and contractor/supplier decisions Ad hoc tasks as determined by Manager Financial Services/Procurement Coordinator CUSTOMER SERVICE Fostering and maintaining strategic partnerships and networks, particularly in relation to Operational Areas. Foster a culture of innovation and excellence through continual team improvement. Ensuring consistently high standards of customer service is delivered both internally and externally. Supports the Finance Team in responding to service enquiries in a positive and timely manner. TRAINING/QUALIFICATION(S) Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Finance, Management or similar is desirable. SELECTION CRITERIA Demonstrates experience in procurement services, across multiple categories. Understanding of and experience in the tender and purchasing process through invoice and receipting 3 Strong ability to communicate requirements of Procurement Guidelines to Staff at all levels throughout the organisation to support probity, accountability, and risk management. Demonstrated administration experience including compiling reports, business correspondence, maintaining records and presentation of facts. Demonstrates the ability to deliver quality customer service with a proactive and positive communication style. DRIVERS LICENCE Possession of a current 'C-A' (Automatic) or 'C' (Manual) class driver's licence allowing the holder to drive legally in Western Australia. If you meet the above criteria press APPLY now or call Kristy on 0407711509 for a confidential discussion about the role.