Procurement Specialist

Our client is currently looking for a Procurement Specialist to join their growing team within the local government sector. As a senior member within the team, this role will play a pivotal part in ensuring the success of ongoing and upcoming projects by leading the development and implementation of procurement plans and systems.
Key responsibilities:
Managing end to end procurement processes and contracts for a range of council projects and programs Providing sound advice on tender evaluation plans and the management of high risk and complex procurement processes Building and developing relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers Providing training to ensure compliance with contracts, tenders and procurement policies, procedures and systems Refining and improving existing systems and procedures to ensure best practice Developing and presenting reports to management to inform decision making Job description Our client is currently looking for a Procurement Specialist to join their growing team within the local government sector. As a senior member within the team, this role will play a pivotal part in ensuring the success of ongoing and upcoming projects by leading the development and implementation of procurement plans and systems.
Key responsibilities:
Managing end to end procurement processes and contracts for a range of council projects and programs Providing sound advice on tender evaluation plans and the management of high risk and complex procurement processes Building and developing relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers Providing training to ensure compliance with contracts, tenders and procurement policies, procedures and systems Refining and improving existing systems and procedures to ensure best practice Developing and presenting reports to management to inform decision making
Desired skills and knowledge:
A background in procurement, contract management, commercial finance, legal, or similar Experience working in local council, government, public sector statutory authorities or corporations, utilities or similar is desired Demonstrated stakeholder management and engagement abilities, as well as high level written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills An ability and willingness to mentor others
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link or call one of Randstad's Procurement specialists, Henry Ferris, on 0400363405.

If this is not the role for you but you are interested in hearing about further opportunities within procurement, contracts and supply chain, please feel welcome to call for a confidential discussion.

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The RoleIn this exciting and busy role which will see you assist in analysing, developing and implementing procurement / sourcing strategies to help deliver the best products and services to our customers in venue. You will be looking to identify and drive cost savings and supplier improvement initiatives, to deliver improved results to Merivale Operations and Venues.This role will see you working across our supply and services sector giving you the ability to make some big impacts across our business.Reporting to the Senior Procurement Specialist, your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:• Lead sourcing activity through direct negotiation and formal RFP processes• Negotiating and drafting contracts in line with our standard purchasing agreement• Managing & mitigating Supply Chain risk• Facilitate measurements and maintain KPI measures for relevant vendors• Conducting spend data analyses to establish cost baselines and help determine best opportunities for sourcing initiatives.• Manage supplier relationships, including supplier performance reviews and non-conformance• Developing buying guides / catalogues to enable venues to be self-sufficient• Conducting market research, supplier research and supplier prequalification & evaluation to ensure adherence to business requirements and capability to meet present or future business needs.• Resolving issues e.g. invoice, delivery, quality problems with suppliers and A/P, Ops and end users.• Identifying continuous improvement opportunities to product and service specifications• Creating and maintaining tools to track savings and progress of projects.• Engaging with internal stakeholders to ensure business needs are being prioritised & met, identify and quantify trade-offs between cost, quality and service.The EssentialsTo be successful in this position, you will also have the following skills, knowledge and attributes:• 4-5 years' experience within a similar role, experience within hospitality would be a bonus but is not essential• Experience with procurement, contract management, competitive price analysis and supplier management within a complex environment• Change management skills• Strong commercial and critical mindset• Strength in business partnering and ability to communicate effectively to stakeholders and suppliers• A 'Can do' attitude with excellent attention to detail• Ability to manage to a timeline and juggle multiple tasks• A passion for food and beverages and keen to be part of our team.The RewardYou will be joining a company that wants you to succeed, we offer:??• Competitive annual salary between $90,000 - $100,000• Amazing discounts at 90+ venues.• Career and development opportunities, learning from the best.• Employee Assistance Program.• Employee Referral Program.
NDF AG-Design are currently looking to recruit an experienced and qualified Supply & Distribution Manager to join their team in Narromine.The successful candidate will need to undertake and possess:- Review existing distribution policies and plans.- Oversee execution of distribution policies/plans.- Ensure records are kept of all purchases.- Monitor storage strategies of goods.- Negotiating contracts and rates with suppliers for the best price and delivery times to clients.- Use online systems to track all stock movements- Re-ordering with suppliers, at optimal times.- Liaising with Suppliers, Agents and Clients.- Overseeing bookings and purchase orders.- Meeting client's requirements and working under pressure for urgent ordersSkills & Abilities· Communication: the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, varying communication style depending upon the audience.· Attention to detail: excellent attention to detail and written skills when communicating with others, both internally and externally.· Commerciality: ability to apply knowledge in a practical, commercial manner.· Teamwork: willingness to assist and support others as required and get on with team members.· Time management/organization: accomplish objectives effectively within time frame given and carry out administrative duties within portfolio in an efficient and timely manner.· Fork Lift licence (essential)· Car licence (desirable)Salary range is $70,000 - $85,000pa super commensurate with experience.Fulltime Position availableApplications open 22 April 2024 and close 22 May 2024.If you are interested in this role APPLY now. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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