Were on the lookout for an enthusiastic Procurement Specialist to join our growing team and make a real this role youll play a key part in supporting end-to-end procurement activitiesfrom sourcing and supplier selection to contract negotiation and vendor management. Working closely with our Senior Procurement Manager youll help ensure compliance drive value and contribute to the success of a purpose-led organisation.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their corporate services procurement journey whos eager to grow learn and thrive in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Typically in this role you will:
- Support the procurement team in complex sourcing and selecting suppliers for goods and services leading low- medium complexity sourcing and participating in supplier evaluations and selection processes
- Support negotiations and resolution of complex and/or sensitive vendor issues working with various stakeholders to enable AFCA to address risk while maximizing opportunities
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders including performing regular reviews of supplier contracts for the provision of goods and services to AFCA ensuring that they are sound provide value for money and meet AFCAs immediate and medium-term needs
- Provide advice and support to staff undertaking non-complex procurement and contract management activities to ensure AFCA achieves the best possible organizational outcomes
- Partner with stakeholders to develop strategies to maximize opportunities working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify procurement requirements and develop sourcing strategies
- Conduct market research to stay current on industry trends and identify new opportunities for cost savings while monitoring supplier performance identifying areas for improvement and developing improvement plans
- Develop and implement strategies to build organizational capability in procurement including managing organizational demand and influencing stakeholders
- Maintain and update contract and procurement records and ensure compliance with procurement policies procedures and regulations
Qualifications :
To be successful in this role you will need:
- Entry experience in a similar procurement and/or contract management role(s).
- Understanding and ability to describe basic procurement methods and strategies
- Demonstrated ability to interpret contracts.
- Thrives on building strong stakeholder relationships and communicating with clarity and confidence.
- Experience (preferred) in developing procurement strategies governance reporting and measurement
- Demonstrated experience in successfully delivering end-to-end procurements and a foundational understanding and familiarity
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn
- Formal qualifications in purchasing commerce/business and supply or logistics is desireable
Additional Information :
Dont meet every single criterion but feel you have the attributes to be successful in this role If so then we encourage you to apply. We also offer flexible working at AFCA and as such even if a role is advertised as full-time we invite conversations around other working arrangements and would still encourage you to apply.
We strive for a fair inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you have specific requirements please contact the recruiter managing this process.
For transparency we ask that you inform your leader when applying. Applications close after 10 business days on Friday 29th August at 5pm
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time