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Form of workAbout Council:
Nestled amidst the picturesque foothills of the Great Dividing Range, the Scenic Rim Council region flourishes as a rural haven, boasting a serene landscape embraced by World Heritage-listed national parks. With over 40,000 residents, this region spans 4254 square kilometres, conveniently positioned just an hour south of Brisbane and inland from the Gold Coast.
With a diverse team exceeding 470 employees, Council is committed to shaping a progressive future for their community through collaboration, integration and innovation.
About The Role:
Council has identified the need to increase its capabilities and improve procurement function processes to ensure Council is gaining maximum value for expenditure across the organisation.
Based at their offices in Beaudesert, responsibilities include overseeing the implementation of the framework, upskilling the team and transitioning back to procurement business as usual (BAU), leveraging economies of scale and other procurement strategies to add value.
- Oversee day-to-day procurement functions to ensure cost-effectiveness and streamline processes.
- Monitor supplier performance and relationships and create more strategic partnerships with current and potential suppliers.
- Conduct category management activities, leveraging research, data analysis, forecasting, planning and scheduling.
- Analyse business and commercial opportunities, offering recommendations, initiatives and strategies to management and executive leadership teams (ELT).
- Develop and deliver training on Council's procurement systems and processes.
- Undertake investigative and research projects to contribute to the achievement of Council objectives.
About You:
You will be an energetic and proactive individual, adept at driving transformative change in both process and culture. An experienced team leader proficient in motivating and nurturing team growth, developing and implementing a procurement framework and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will be a dynamic "do-er" who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about driving positive change.
- Formal qualifications in a business-related discipline.
- Proficiency in drafting complex procurement and technical documents, showcasing strong written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively within team settings.
- Aptitude for handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong emphasis on ethics and accountability to ensure fair, transparent and compliant vendor treatment.
- Current Queensland Class C (Standard) Drivers’ Licence.
- Competent in Microsoft Office Suite & Technology One.
The Reward:
- Opportunity to make a significant impact within a vital public service sector organisation.
- The Council is committed to the professional growth and development of its staff.
- Relocation assistance as per council policy.
- Councils are employers of choice that offer an incredible opportunity for work life balance.
How to Apply:
Before you apply for this position, please read the information above carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the role. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. A cover letter is not mandatory but may be added if so desired. When uploading your Resume or documents please ensure file names should only include 'A-z', '0-9', '.' and '-' characters.
PLEASE NOTE: The application process must be completed in one sitting; you cannot save and continue later.
For a confidential conversation, please call Celine Burns-Hind, Principal Consultant Recruitment, Peak Services on 0484 060 ***
