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SalaryThe Procurement Specialist is an important role within our growing Supply Chain group, supporting the business in achieving sustainable value in spend and commercially beneficial results aligned to our core value chain. You will be partnering with key internal clients to deliver excellence in procurement, maintain probity principles, and drive continuous improvement with contemporary methodologies.
You will be facilitating end-to-end tendering activities across diverse subject and group areas to achieve optimised commercial outcomes in an efficient manner, in support of both category procurements and ad-hoc sourcing requirements. This dynamic role provides exposure to varied procurements (construction, digital solutions, consultancies, capital goods, etc.), high interaction with stakeholders, and opportunity to impart strategic and technical guidance to ensure market approaches are sound and effective.
The Procurement Specialist plays a pivotal role in developing effective tenders, facilitates efficient market engagement processes, and ensures outcomes meet business requirements.
This role can be based at any of our sites in Tasmania, and will require some intrastate travel.
About Us
At TasNetworks, we are proud to be the leading provider of electricity transmission and distribution services in Tasmania. With our unwavering commitment to safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction, we deliver a superior electricity supply to over 285,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Our core values and forward-thinking approach make us the trusted brand for all your energy needs.
By joining TasNetworks, you will experience the difference of a company that puts customers first, values safety above all, unifies in the face of challenges, and embraces diversity and forward thinking. Together, we are powering a bright future for Tasmania.
About you
Our preferred candidate will have five years of demonstrated experience in procurement management, contracts management or a similar role, and a good understanding of contemporary procurement practices.
You will have excellent interpersonal, negotiation and relationship building skills, along with strong communication, both written and verbal.
The successful candidate will have a commitment to the highest standards of probity and integrity in procurement practices.
What's on offer
This is a full time permanent opportunity. At TasNetworks we want to power a bright future for our people, our community and our customers. We offer a supportive work environment where safety is at the heart of everything we do. We offer our team excellent benefits including
- Great professional development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Paid volunteer days
- Free onsite parking
- Onsite gyms (or gym rebate if unavailable)
- All the equipment you'll need to be successful
Can you see yourself living here?
Whether you choose Hobart, Launceston, or the North West as your home base, Tasmania's captivating landscapes and vibrant communities make each location a desirable place to live and work. Embrace the opportunities for adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences that await you in these incredible regions of Tasmania.
How to apply
If this role and working at TasNetworks is of interest we look forward to hearing from you. TasNetworks is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to responding to every applicant. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people. Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role, and an up to date resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click .
Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 24th January 2024.
For further information about the role, please contact Bianca Phipps, Procurement Leader -
To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
