Procurement Officer

Procurement Officer | 6 Months | $60 - $70 p/h + Super $60 - $70 p/h + super 6 Month Contract Sydney CBD About the Role The Procurement Officer provides procurement expertise and assists stakeholders to plan, develop, source and manage procurement arrangements to effectively meet organisational and business objectives. Key Accountabilities Include Validate stakeholder business needs, compile and source market information, and assist in analysing markets and assessing risk to inform procurement planning and sourcing decisions. Conduct sourcing activities in accordance with established policies and procedures to meet business needs and participate in negotiations to establish and review supply arrangements that will deliver value for money procurement outcomes. Implement and contribute to the development of contract management plans, resolve issues, monitor performance and negotiate contract variations through effective supplier relationships to enhance business outcomes. Provide advice, information and guidance on procurement related matters to staff across the agency to provide governance and support good practice in procurement. Identify, mitigate and escalate procurement risks to enable the organisation to meet its obligations and maximise business opportunities. Maintain and update procurement records and generate reports on procurement and contract activity. About You Previous experience working in a similar role. Be technically competent and have good IT skills. Government experience is preferred but not essential. Strong negotiation skills. Benefits of contracting through Ashdown People 5th largest supplier to the NSW Government Get paid weekly Rated 4.9/5 on Google Reviews with over 1200 5 reviews for candidate feedback this year Offer Insurances for ABN Contractors Consistent communication & transparency Detailed onboarding & support Please apply if you are interested. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any question, please contact Jake Derrick on ****** or 0482 095 175 . #J-18808-Ljbffr