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Hays are please partner with a remote local government organisation based approx. 800km Northwest of Cairns, QLD. This council is seeking a Purchasing and Administration Officer to join the team in a permanent, full-time capacity. This is a residential role, requiring relocation to the council with subsidised accommodation and relocation assistance provided.
Your new role
Reporting to the Director Corporate Services, you will be required to manage the purchasing, procurement, tenders and administrative support functions, identify and implement efficiencies to Council’s purchasing procedures and policies, and assisting with reception functions on an as-needed basis.
- Raise purchase orders for requisitions using Synergy Soft.
- Obtain quotations for purchase of goods in accordance with the Council’s Purchasing Policy and using Altus Procurement Manager.
- Manage and action Credit Card purchasing transactions.
- Set up trade accounts with suppliers for the supply of goods and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely supply of goods
- Setup and maintain a Preferred Supplier List for Council and regularly review the list in conjunction with Directors
- Develop and maintain Contracts Register for tenders, contracts and expressions of interest documentation including filing of all associated documentation.
- Produce monthly reports of outstanding orders
- General data entry
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will require:
- Cert IV in Purchasing and Procurement – or equivalent is preferred
- Experience of successfully communicating, negotiating, and interacting with Aboriginal people and demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal culture and customs.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to negotiate, manage conflict and diffuse volatile situations.
- Computer literacy, particularly in aspects of Purchasing and Accounting software, and Microsoft Office Suite programs, especially Excel, Outlook and Synergy Soft.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve positive outcomes.
- Working knowledge of legislation as it relates to Purchasing, Taxation (GST) and Local Government.
What you'll get in return
In return for your hard work, you will be rewarded with a full-time, permanent opportunity based in a remote location. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary + superannuation, 5 weeks annual leave, 8 days of isolation leave, and 2 x return flights home over your annual leave. You will also receive subsidised accommodation for you and your family, and relocation assistance.
What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role or for more information, please contact Grace Dunn at Hays on 07 4049 2969 or email Grace.Dunn@hays.com.au
If this job isn't quite right for you, though you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion and visit our website www.hays.com.au to review our current list of available positions.
