The Procurement Officer is responsible for the management of low to medium value and low to medium complexity procurement activities in order to deliver value for money through the implementation of best practice procurement governance and contracting processes. This role is responsible for providing advice to stakeholders including customers and suppliers. The role is responsible for maintaining a comprehensive knowledge database of suppliers' markets, capabilities and technology and supporting the implementation of strategic commercial agreements that optimise value for money.

About System Procurement: 

System Procurement is responsible for leading the category management, contracting and end to end supply of all medical and non-medical goods and services (excluding capital infrastructure and ICT) on behalf of the Department of Health and Hospital and Health Services. Advisory & Continuous Improvement (ACI) supports system wide procurement responsibilities and gives confidence and integrity to the overall procurement function of CSD.  The ACI adopts a collaborative and progressive approach to engagement to drive innovation in procurement practice raising stakeholders' awareness of current trends and thinking.

What we are looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in procurement, identifying opportunities to improve the value delivered from every dollar spent and in delivering the initiatives required to secure that value.
• Supplier engagement experience including attending supplier meetings, providing constructive feedback to suppliers based on evidence and resolving minor contract issues.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in contemporary procurement and category management practices and issues, relevant regulations and the ability to deliver best-value quality customer services.