Principal Sourcing Specialist

The ICT Procurement team within the Information Technology Branch serves as the Department's centre of excellence in relation to end-to-end ICT procurement.
ICT Procurement are seeking a high performing, energised, team-player to join our team in the role of a Principal Sourcing Specialist.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Procurement
Classification AO7
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/550652/24
Closing date 25-Mar-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration 6 months with possible extension
Contact person Jade Dalziel
Contact details Ph: (07) 3066 6924
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Key responsibilities
In the role of Principal Sourcing Specialist, you will work as part of a dynamic procurement team to provide strategic advice on procurement initiatives and deliver activities that meet stakeholder objectives and achieve results.
Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Provide professional support to customers with expert, authoritative and timely advice primarily relating to ICT procurement.
• Lead and manage strategic (high value, high risk) ICT procurement activities in partnership with internal stakeholders across multiple branches of TMR.
• Deliver value for money procurement outcomes and benefits through well managed strategic sourcing activities and contract negotiations that drive accountability, probity, consistency and transparency.
• Understand and leverage better procurement practices, innovation and market intelligence in the category by building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, industry, peer organisations and other external stakeholders.
• Actively manage individual and team performance and provide supportive leadership to develop a sustainable and capable ICT procurement workforce.

About you
We recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role. We will assess your experience, knowledge and acquired skills, as well as your potential for development and your personal qualities. To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:
Mandatory qualifications and conditions

• Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.

Requirements of the role

• A relevant tertiary qualification and/or professional certification in procurement would be highly desirable
• High/Expert level knowledge and application of Queensland Information Technology Contracting (QITC) Framework.
• High/Expert knowledge and application of Queensland Government Procurement Policy 2023 (or similar).
• Strong and proven experience leading ICT Procurement negotiations with the Queensland Government (or similar).
• Desire to work in a high performing, agile ICT Procurement team who are leading the way in innovative and adaptive ICT procurement practices and projects.

What we can offer you:

• A high performing, energised, supportive and friendly team culture
• Free on-site parking
• Quiet, peaceful and leafy office surrounds
• Ongoing development and learning opportunities and support
• Flexible working options can be negotiated

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/550652/24
Closing Date: Monday, 25th March 2024
Further information
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(2) Temp positions for 6 months available with possible extension.
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