Procurement Systems Specialist

• Full time permanent opportunity
• 38-hour week
• EA Level 13 ($ 140108.04 base salary plus superannuation)
• Parramatta office location

We are seeking a talented and motivated Procurement Systems Specialist to contribute to the implementation of our procurement systems this critical enablement role within the Procurement Effectiveness team you will ensure that internal users and suppliers can confidently and effectively use Sydney Waters procurement systems to perform their roles.

You will be instrumental in delivering scalable technologydriven solutions that optimise and simplify procurement processes while overseeing system support delivering training across diverse stakeholder groups and ensuring compliance to governance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support stakeholders end users and suppliers throughout the procurement lifecycle by providing expert guidance on procurement systems and processes.
• Promote and enhance the adoption of procurement systems across the organisation ensuring users can confidently and effectively perform their roles.
• Ensure system design configuration and usage align with procurement policies governance requirements and probity standards.
• Leverage system functionality to implement bestpractice procurement processes and maintain procurement systems as a reliable source of truth for data and information.
• Drive continuous improvement by reviewing and optimising procurement systems and associated processes with a focus on operational efficiency user experience and compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop business requirements and identify solutions that meet organisational needs and objectives.
• Develop training materials and deliver targeted training communications and capabilityuplift initiatives for procurement systems users.
• Ensure smooth implementation of new systems or enhancements through effective transition planning and benefit realisation activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues promptly to minimise business disruption while adopting a solutionsfocused collaborative approach.
• Contribute constructively to shared team outcomes by engaging with diverse stakeholders with empathy clarity and a partnership mindset.

This role acts as the bridge between business users suppliers and technology ensuring procurement systems evolve in line with business needs policy requirements and system capabilities.

About you

• Relevant degree qualification (e.g. Procurement Information Technology Finance Business) or experience deemed equivalent
• Extensive knowledge of Procurement systems such as Ariba SAP S/4 Hana.
• Sound understanding of Procurement processes including category management supplier lifecycle management source-to-contract (S2C) procure-to-pay (P2P) and contract management.
• Demonstrates strong interest in emerging procurement technologies and system capabilities translating curiosity into practical improvements across the procurement lifecycle.
• Leverages knowledge and experience of Procurement systems process and data to drive continuous improvement meet SWC future needs and requirements and enhanced business outcomes.
• Sound knowledge of reporting data and analytics.

Essential Requirements

• You must be anAustralian CitizenorPermanent Residentat the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.

Closing Date: Friday 13^th March 2026.

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Dive into Our Great Benefits!

Competitive Compensation:Well ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.

Hybrid Work Environment:We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration supporting our teams productivity and well-being.

Continuous Professional Growth:We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.

24/7 Wellbeing Support:Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.

Subsidised Private Health Insurance:Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.

Family First:Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance.

Fitness Passport:Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.

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Working at Sydney Water

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people LGBTQIA people with disability people with caring responsibilities people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and veterans.

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