On behalf of my clients, a rapidly growing financial services company I am urgently looking for a Procurement Officer for a full time permanent position based in Sydney.
As the Procurement Officer you will be responsible for managing a number of procurement activities end to end.
The primary duties and responsibilities will include
- Estimating and establishing cost parameters and budgets for purchases.
- Managing the purchasing requirements for all phases of the procurement process, including project initiation, data/requirements collection and analysis, obtaining quotes, RFI, RFP and tendering, ensuring procurement and compliance policies are followed and adhered.
- Effectively engaging stakeholders and developing procurement strategies by thoroughly analysing, evaluating and promoting best approaches regarding procurement and risk control.
- Preparing all procurement and tender documentation, providing advice on supplier evaluation and selection process and managing the process for high value/high risk projects.
- Conducting contract review and negotiation with suppliers to promote company interests.
- Awarding contracts and providing feedback on the tender results.
- Maintaining and overseeing the relationships with key goods and service providers, conducting performance review to improve suppliers' qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development.
- Maintaining accurate records of purchases and pricing and other important related data.
- Improving procurement procedures and policies.
- Preparing purchase orders, liaising with finance to verify payments.
- Drafting procurement reports and updates to management team.
- Collaborating with building and facility agent, project manager and other consultants to manage Bank's properties, and ensure the implementation and completion of office fit out and relocation projects.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
- Two years previous experience as procurement officer or related position
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
- Experience where you have involved in an office re-location would be highly advantageous.
- Ability to analyse problems and strategies for better solutions
- Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask, prioritise and manage time efficiently
- Accurate and precise attention to detail
- Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
- Goal-oriented, organised team player
If you have the aforementioned skills / capabilities please forward a copy of your updated resume to: sarahw@oceansgroup.com.au or call me on 02 90371856.