AO3 Procurement Support Officer in Cairns

Your new role

We are seeking a detail-focused Procurement Officer to provide end-to-end procurement and contract support to operational teams across the region. In this role, you will play a key part in promoting procurement best practice, ensuring contract performance, and delivering value-for-money outcomes within agreed timeframes. You will be a trusted point of contact for procurement advice, guidance and support, helping internal stakeholders navigate processes, policies and systems while maintaining a strong customer-centric focus.

• Deliver a high standard of customer service to internal stakeholders, acting as a first point of contact for procurement-related queries, feedback and advice on instructions, procedures, guidelines and standard forms.
• Provide purchasing, procurement, administrative and contract management support to operational teams, internal customers and key stakeholders across the organisation.
• Demonstrate flexibility by working across multiple procurement functions with varying priorities, workloads and outcomes.
• Assist in the development, implementation and ongoing monitoring of procurement instructions, procedures, guidelines and standard forms, including document creation, updates and version control in collaboration with Quality Assurance.
• Contribute to a range of procurement-related projects, conducting research, assessing alternative strategies, processes and procedures, and preparing reports and recommendations as required.
• Process orders and transactions including purchase orders, work orders, field release orders and similar documentation to support the delivery of goods and services across the region.
• Support the development and delivery of procurement training and induction programs, including preparing training materials, coordinating contractor meetings, taking minutes, and assisting with the presentation of training sessions.
• Maintain a strong and current understanding of legislative, regulatory and organisational procurement requirements, actively promoting procurement as a critical business function.
• Contribute positively to team culture by demonstrating professionalism, collaboration and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

What you'll need to succeed

• To be considered for this position, you will need to have a sound administration background.
• You will also need to be proficient in MS Word and MS Excel (skills testing will be required for this position).
• You will have strong attention to detail, accuracy and data entry skills.
• Understanding of Ellipse and SAP will be highly desirable.
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, contract administration or a related administrative role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication skills and confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders.
• A commitment to quality, compliance and value for money outcomes.
• A professional, team-focused mindset and willingness to adapt across different work areas.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will have an immediately available full-time role within the public sector based in Cairns, paying an attractive hourly rate of $51.12 + Super - you will work in a well-established, friendly, and supportive team and your contribution will be valued in the ongoing success of this busy department.

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