EL1 IT Procurement/Contract and Vendor ManagerOur Federal Government Client is seeking Procurement/Contract and Vendor Managers (EL1 Level) for a non-ongoing role with a duration of 12 months, located at our client's Canberra office.As the selected candidate, you will:Establish and manage strong relationships with IT Vendors and 3rd Party Vendors.Collaborate with their technical teams to find suitable vendors for various projects.Provide consulting on sourcing requirements, interfacing with the ABS Procurement team.Manage contracts and finances for projects and resources.Support the Procurement team in IT resourcing efforts.To be successful in this role, you should have:Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective vendor management.Relationship development and management skills with 3rd Party Vendors.Research skills for vendor selection and the ability to monitor industry trends.Critical thinking skills to assess prices, features, and products that meet business needs.Negotiation skills to renew and update vendor contracts for optimal value.Financial management expertise and proficiency in project and risk management.High-level knowledge of government procurement practices and IT technologies.It is desirable if you have:Strong skills in Microsoft Excel.Experience as a self-starter, able to work independently.Due to security clearance requirements for this role, candidates must be Australian citizens with the ability to obtain a Baseline security clearance.Apply now for immediate consideration – contact Carissa Burgos on 0262689778 quoting Job Reference: #264423.Please note: Only candidates that meet the above criteria will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the position.
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