Senior Contract Officer

The Senior Contract Officer key responsibilities are:
* Collate and monitor data and report to various stakeholders on costs, supply, trends, patterns and other key indicators highlighting placement capacity with a strong focus on PBFM requirements.
* Interpreting and understanding data to design, develop and maintain reports and dashboards using Power BI or similar programs.
* Contribute to and/or participate in end to end procurement processes including tender processes and market research and analysis in partnership with various business areas.
* Coordinate and/or lead supplier selection within the region in accordance with the department's governance and approval processes.
* Establish, negotiate, manage and monitor contracts with a diverse range of suppliers and ensure compliance with legislation, contracts, investment specifications and departmental policies and procedures.
* Monitor individual care services covered by a licence and undertake inspections.
* Provide authoritative advice on issues in relation to supplier performance to regional management.
* Support and provide advice to Contract Officers in relation to legislation, compliance, financial and legal issues.
* Build and maintain productive and respectful working relationships with key internal and external partners and stakeholders.
* Undertake projects that contribute to innovative and improved procurement outcomes to address the needs of vulnerable individuals, families and communities.
* Lead and contribute to internal and external stakeholder engagement to support procurement and project outcomes.
* Professionally represent the department at forums with key stakeholders and suppliers.
* Prepare briefs, plans, quotes, correspondence and other departmental reports in a timely and professional manner, consistent with departmental guideline.