Procurement and Contracts Officer

Come join our Procurement team and work collaboratively as part of a client centric team and deliver outcomes backed by a great team and an awesome Manager.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our dynamic and collaborative environment for prospective candidates.
The Department of Transport and Main Roads is committed to reframing the relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and providing career pathways for Queensland communities.
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The Queensland Government Customer and Digital Group is particularly keen to welcome applications from First Nations candidates to continue in its commitment to enhancing the customer experience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 
Attractive salary and benefits; generous leave entitlements; access to training and salary packaging options. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our dynamic and collaborative environment, and we are particularly keen to welcome applications from First Nations candidates. 

We have an opportunity for an experienced Procurement and Contracts officer to join our Procurement team! As a member of our team, you will:

• Provide advice and work collaboratively with the Customer and Digital Group (CDG) to develop appropriate procurement strategies
• Develop contract and market documentation, initiate market approaches, evaluate responses, negotiate and award contracts for discrete procurement activities
• Manage CDG contracts through post-award lifecycle, as the single point of contact for suppliers
• Support implementation of Whole of Government procurement tools and templates and capability building initiatives
• Assist with building the team's capability, professionalism and probity and maximise value for money outcomes of CDG Procurement

As the Procurement and Contracts officer, you are valued for your strong communication and customer engagement skills and your ability to coordinate, consult and negotiate. Suited for those who:

• Enjoy partnering, collaborating and communicating with stakeholders on a regular basis
• Have a high level of communication, consultation, negotiation and liaison skills
• Have excellent Procurement and contract management skills
• Are self-managed and self-motivated, highly organised and have attention to detail
• Are able to prioritise efficiently, in line with client and team requirements and commitments
• Are skilled at research, analysis, problem solving and preparing reports
• Thrive on continuous improvement and knowledge sharing with peers and stakeholders

If this sounds like you, APPLY NOW!!!

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/538567/24

Closing Date: Monday 29 January 2024