Procurement Officer

• 1 x Temporary full-time for up to 12 months. 35 hours per week.
• Location: Parramatta and Sydney CBD. Flexible and hybrid working options available.
• Clerk Grade: 7/8 Level. Base salary $110,266 p.a. to $122,058 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading.

About us

At NSW Trustee and Guardian, we protect, promote and support the rights, dignity, choices and wishes of our customers. Whether we are writing a Will, acting as an executor, attorney, trustee, guardian, or financial manager, we are here for critical moments in our customers’ lives. Join our dedicated NSW Government agency and make a difference in the lives of over 47,000 people each year.
 

Our commitment to diversity

Our workplace reflects the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTI community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

About the team

The Financial Performance and Investments division provides a full range of financial services including budgeting, procurement, customer accounts and investment management services.

About the role

The Procurement Officer provides procurement expertise and assists stakeholders to plan, source and manage procurement arrangements to effectively meet business outcomes, government directions and NSWTG’s fiduciary duty. This role will be assigned to a portfolio and be provided training and support from senior staff.

This is an exciting opportunity that will see you:

• 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 including contract register and disclosure requirements and generate reports on procurement and contract activity to meet organisational compliance requirements and provide access to procurement information.

For more information about the position, view the role description.

About you

Application is encouraged if you demonstrate the following skills, knowledge and experience:

• Minimum 3 years proven experience in a professional procurement role – Private sector, Not for Profit and Government experience welcome.
• Ability to understand stakeholder needs to support procurement planning and decisions.
• Experience in negotiating to establish and review supply relationships.
• Ability to provide clear and concise advice, information and guidance on procurement-related matters to stakeholders.
• Skilled at interpreting contract terms and conditions and explaining them to stakeholders to maximise contract value and performance.
• This role will primarily cover Customer procurement including for Property Services,
• Experience in managing performance and risk for high volume, low value contracts would be beneficial.

Sound like you? We would love to hear from you!

Essential requirements  

Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience in a relevant discipline or industry.

What we offer

NSW Trustee and Guardian offers interesting, challenging and rewarding work that has real purpose. Other benefits of joining us include:

• work-life balance with flexible work options (working from different work locations, variable start/finish times, job sharing)
• various leave options (recreation, parental, and flex leave of up to 24 days per year)
• career development including study leave and acting opportunities
• access to Fitness Passport and employee assistance program, and annual flu vaccinations

Be part of something bigger. For more information about joining us, visit the Careers page on our website.
 

How to apply

To apply for this role:

• complete the online application

submit a resume (maximum five pages) and cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the role and in your cover letter answer the following targeted questions :
 

1. Briefly describe a procurement sourcing activity you recently undertook, your role and the steps taken to achieve the desired outcome.
2. Briefly describe a supplier or contract issue that you have encountered, and the steps you took to resolve the situation.

Read: writing your job application for tips with the application process.

Closing date

Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 21 May 2025.

For enquiries about the role, please contact Simone Manchester, Senior Manager Procurement and Supplier Relations via email simone.machester@tag.nsw.gov.au.

For enquiries about the recruitment process, please contact Shelli Allen, Talent Advisor on shelli.allen@tag.nsw.gov.au.

Please do not send your applications directly via email, LinkedIn or SEEK. Only applications submitted via the online portal will be accepted. 

Please note:

• If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture via email at peopleandculture@tag.nsw.gov.au
• Offers of employment will be subject to reference checks and relevant clearances.
• A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for 18 months.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.