Procurement Officer

Join Our Team as a Procurement Officer!

Location: Sydney (Flexible work options and hybrid arrangements available)
Salary: $110,266 - $122,058 per annum plus superannuation plus annual leave loading

Are you a seasoned procurement professional with a knack for delivering top-notch procurement services?  If you thrive in a dynamic environment and love collaborating with stakeholders, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Why Join Us?

• Be Part of a Dynamic Division: Join the Finance, Funding and Operations Division and make a real impact.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy the benefits of flexible work options and hybrid arrangements.
• Competitive Salary: Earn a competitive salary with additional benefits. 

About the Role

As a Procurement Officer, you’ll be at the heart of our procurement operations, ensuring projects are managed efficiently and effectively. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert procurement advice to support divisions in meeting their obligations.
• Managing tender processes in line with policies and guidelines.
• Leading procurement projects to ensure timely and budget-friendly delivery.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders to drive innovation and improvements.
• Supporting emergency procurement processes for surge activities.
• Preparing comprehensive reports, budgets, and discussion papers.
• Coordinating working groups and consultations for effective program implementation.
• Delivering projects within deadlines using robust project management methodologies.

For more details about this role, please click here to view the role description.

About You
To excel in this role, you should have:

• Experience in procurement, tendering, or contract management within a government or corporate setting.
• A strong understanding of procurement policies and best practices.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to provide clear and concise procurement advice.
• High-level analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Essential requirements: 

• Tertiary qualification and/or relevant knowledge and experience. 

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding challenge and make a difference, we want to hear from you!

About the Reconstruction Authority 
The NSW Reconstruction Authority (the Authority) is a statutory corporation within Planning, Housing, and Infrastructure. The Authority will improve how NSW plans for disasters and help communities to recover from them faster.
To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, NGOs, businesses, and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities, and other stakeholders.

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:

• Flexible working practices
• Contemporary workspaces and technology
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
• Workforce that values inclusion
• Competitive pay and conditions (including flex time)
• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

How do I apply?

1. Attach a cover letter outlining how you meet the essential requirements and capabilities of this role, as specified in the role description. 
2. Attach an up-to-date resume detailing your capabilities, skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about this role, please contact Bridget Spinoulas, Manager Procurement via bridget.spinoulas@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au

Applications close Sunday, 23 February 2025

Diversity 

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, or sexual orientation.
 
Please contact talentacquisition@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au if you require any adjustment to apply for this role.
 
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.