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We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.
About the role
As a Procurement Services Coordinator for the Program Delivery team, you’ll have the opportunity to positively impact Sydney Water’s people experience with your ability to deliver quality service and solutions on a range of Procurement Services with focus on the end-to-end Requisition to Pay (R2P) process.
You will interact with people leaders, employees and our Procurement function to support the Asset Lifecycle group and Program Delivery team who are responsible for upgrading and maintaining Sydney Water’s infrastructure needs.
The purpose of the role is to Provide Requisition to Pay (R2P) process support for the Program Delivery team across Sydney Water following the procurement framework, policy and procedures, delivering efficient, effective and compliant operational service.
High performing is the goal for us, and this includes accuracy and efficiency in how we respond. Your interactions may generate new ideas to our continuous improvement, and we want to hear them!
You won't be alone in this. We strive to ensure collaboration and supporting one another to collectively build solutions to build a better understanding and continue delivering quality as a team.
This is a fast-paced environment, and you will often deal with complex situations, so resilience and a solutions-focused mindset is a great attribute for this type of role.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent communication and organisation skills, we want you on board.
About you
Our Procurement Services team are the friendly voice our stakeholders hear when they contact us on a broad range of R2P enquiries and services. You'll leave a lasting impression on your stakeholders by providing friendly, personal and efficient service.
You're empathetic and resilient. By walking in our stakeholders’ shoes, you'll ask the right questions to understand what they really need and find them the best solutions. You'll do your very best to resolve all enquiries on the first call and you'll achieve this by communicating, listening and learning.
We expect that you will have a background in Procurement Services with end to end Requisition to Pay experience, working in a shared service advisory capacity, or transferrable skills.
To be successful in this role you will need:
• 5+ years experience in Procurement Requisition to Pay process.
• Demonstrated experience in purchasing requisition, purchase order processing, goods and services receipt, maintenance and understanding the importance of data accuracy.
• Demonstrated customer service experience and outstanding stakeholder capabilities – ability to engage, build rapport, liaise and advocate the Requisition to Pay processes.
• Problem solving and enquiry skills to understand the nature of an enquiry and respond in an efficient way.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work within a team to deliver the team’s objectives.
• Detail oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Advanced ERP system experience: SAP and ARIBA.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft products and project administration systems.
Application Closing date: 12th March 2024
If you are interested in the position, please submit your resume and cover letter addressing:
If you are interested in and have approval from your manager to be considered for this opportunity.
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.
You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information please contact hayley.williams@sydneywater.com.au
Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process.
Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.
We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, sex or culture. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.
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