Senior Business Partner Procurement

Senior Business Partner Procurement

An exciting opportunity to provide Strategic Sourcing services and advice in the ICT category.

About your new role

In this role within the Chief Procurement Office branch, you'll provide Strategic Sourcing services specifically in the ICT category. You'll be working closely with a team of procurement pros, working together to strengthen connections with both our internal teams and external partners, all to maximize the value of our procurement efforts.

In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor for our internal clients, helping them navigate through strategic and complex procurement tasks with confidence. It's a chance to make a real impact and drive meaningful outcomes. So, get ready to dive into some interesting projects! 

What you bring to your new role

We are looking for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative and driven team to deliver the City's most critical contracts. If you have strong strategic sourcing skills, paired with experience in developing and managing complex procurement activities, you're exactly who we need. 

Additionally, you should have:  

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and planning skills and the confidence to communicate with, influence and advise various stakeholders.  
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Advanced ability to assess risks, research and analyse information to determine strategic sourcing options, contract selection and other recommendations. 
• Motivation to achieve the best value outcomes for the City. 
• Leadership qualities are highly valued, particularly the ability to mentor and impart knowledge to team members. 

If you've got experience in ICT sourcing, that's a major bonus. But even if you haven't dipped your toes in that pool yet, don't sweat it. We're open to all sorts of backgrounds, so if you're up for the challenge, we want to hear from you! 

How to apply for this role

For more information about this role, please view the attached position brief. To access this document, click the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role. Please ensure each document is within a 2MB file size limit, preferably in PDF format.

As part of our selection process, you may be required to undertake a one-way video interview via Criteria, face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams. You may also be required to undertake reference checks via Xref, police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks and drug and alcohol testing.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.