AddressCatholic Education in Western Australia (CEWA) is the second largest education provider in the State. We cater for more than 76,000 students in 162 schools.
CEWA strives to create progressive environments that enhance learning. Our culture is underpinned by our Vision, Quality Catholic Education (QCE) Elements and CECWA' Strategic Directions. Our aspiration is to build Catholic Schools of Excellence, underpinned by their evangelising Mission, in a system where all students, staff and parents are empowered as active members of their school and parish communities.
Are you eager to collaborate and make a lasting impact on the procurement processes of a school network? Here's your chance to be part of a team that values innovation and teamwork. As we embark on implementing a new system, we're seeking individuals with expertise in procurement to join us in solidifying processes and driving growth together. If you're passionate about collaboration, innovation, and shaping the future of procurement, we invite you to join our team and be a key player in our collective success!
The Role
This is a full-time ongoing position commencing as soon as possible.
This role provides advice and support on Procurement matters across Catholic Education of Western Australia (CEWA) worksites and supports in the negotiation and administration of medium to high risk / value purchasing, contracts, and general procurement requirements.
What we can offer you
- Salary range for this position is J1 to J4 on the CEO salary scale ($126, 288 - $141, 406 per annum) plus superannuation.
- 5 days additional paid leave when the office closed (over Christmas and Easter)
- Salary packaging in line with our not-for-profit status
- Free onsite parking
- Corporate healthcare discounts
- Employee assistance program.
About you?
- Demonstrated experience in negotiating and managing medium to high-risk contracts
- Experience in medium to high-risk contract, procurement and tendering procedures
- Proven experience in achieving cost reductions and savings targets
- Experience using Zycus would be highly regarded
- Notable experience in achieving cost reductions and savings targets
- Demonstrated ability to assist in the identification and development of recommendations to improve procurement outcomes including analysing business spend and proposing strategies to consolidate and reduce costs
- Sound computer literacy skills in a Microsoft office / Windows environment
- Demonstrated high level communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
- Ability to apply effective problem solving, analytical and negotiating skills
Further Information: Please refer to the Position Description for additional details. For a copy, please email *******@cewa.edu.au
To Apply please click on the Apply now button, no later than 9pm, Sunday 30 June 2024.
Interested applicants must submit a short summary addressing the selection criteria and their curriculum vitae, including the names and contact numbers of at least two work related referees (current/past line managers).
Please be advised that the application deadline may close earlier than originally stated. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia must be provided by the successful applicant.
Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from culturally diverse background, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with a disability or medical condition who meet the requirements of this position.
To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia must be prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties.
