Willoughby City Council

Contracts and Procurement Specialist

• Oversee a robust and efficient sourcing and contract management process, ensuring all legislative and procedural requirements are met
• Enjoy working in our newly refurbished state-of-the-art office space
• Salary from $109,874.80 – $118,448.92 p.a. plus 11.5% Superannuation (Grade J/Professional)

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contracts and Procurement Specialist to join our team at Willoughby City Council!

About us

When you join Willoughby City Council you join a close-knit team with a big impact. We are dynamic, diverse and future-focused. We value team players who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. We serve the community and make it our job to make people’s lives better. It’s all in a day’s work.

You’ll have the freedom to grow in your career alongside likeminded people who will support you every step of the way. You’ll be part of our transformation as a Council and shape the future for the residents of Willoughby. And you’ll do it all from a thriving hub in Sydney, in the culturally-rich area we are so proud to call home.

About you

You’re looking for a role with purpose, one where you can make a meaningful difference.  You have so much to offer.  And we can see that.  As much as you bring to the table, we provide you with the support you need to accelerate your career growth.

We are constantly evolving… and that change brings with it new directions, skillsets and thinking for you to embrace.   Through collaboration and projects across the organisation, you will have incredible opportunities come your way.  How far you take them, well, that’s in your hands.

Whether that be incisive financial acumen, intelligent IT or residential solutions, a career here is about sharing ideas, spotting opportunities to make life and work in Willoughby better for all of us.  It’s a collaborative approach to making the right decisions for our residents and environment.

What that means for you is the opportunity to contribute your expertise and learn from your colleagues’ across all the different areas of Council each and every day.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Contracts and Procurement Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will support the delivery of best practice procurement and contract management, ensuring compliance with legislative and procedural requirements while maintaining the integrity of our decision-making processes.

The role involves leading tender evaluation panels and quotation reviews to ensure compliance, probity, and value for money. You will guide and monitor staff to ensure sourcing, tendering, and contract management activities adhere to relevant legislation and policies. Additionally, you will develop and manage the contract management system and enhance the contract award process by supporting staff during tender approval, due diligence, contract formation, and execution.

Requirements

• Demonstrated relevant work experience in a procurement/contract administration role
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation, administration and management of tender and contract documents across a variety of procurement categories
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the evaluation and selection of tenders and quotations
• Demonstrated experience in the development, review and implementation of contract management and procurement policies, practices and procedures
• Proven experience in reviewing contract clauses and identifying contractual risks to ensure compliance with policies and meet legal and operational requirements
• Experience in stakeholder management, including the development and execution of innovative contract administration/management strategies

How to apply

Apply now to join us at Willoughby City Council where you can add value and be valued for the meaningful work you do.

When you work at Willoughby Council, you will work with a diverse group of like-minded people who have people and the community at the forefront in everything we do. Check out our employee benefits on our careers page to see:

• Where you can look after yourself and your loved ones
• Where you can enhance your wellbeing
• Where you can grow, develop and be part of a team

https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers

Enquiries: Paul Brown – Contracts and Procurement Team Leader – 02 9777 7540.

Applications must address all of the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.

Applications close: Sunday, 15 December 2024 at 11:30pm

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.