Procurement Consultant

5 days ago

Greater Adelaide SA, Australia Proximity Full time

**Where careers GO FURTHER**
- Defence Procurement (L2 &L3)
- Adelaide - relocation support, some travel to Canberra
- Early 2025 start - onsite role

**Procurement Consultant**

Proximity has over 100 advisors, lawyers, project managers and commercial experts. Our Commercial practice is rapidly growing and is building the team of specialists and early career coordinators. Currently we have a need for a specialist to support a major project where some key activities need to be delivered in Adelaide.

We’re in search of a Procurement consultant to support the delivery of key strategic objectives with the Defence environment. Confidence in executing elements of the procurement life cycle is needed, along with strong stakeholder engagement, and understanding of the strategic and operational approach.

**Who you are**

We’re looking for people who live our Values - people who are:

- **Tenacious.** A can-do attitude, results-driven and dedicated to delivery.
- **Client-first.** Relationships matter. Listen, anticipate client needs.
- **Team players.** Collegiate, share knowledge and build confidence in others.
- **Adaptable.** Work through ambiguity or uncertainty.
- **Solution oriented.** Think beyond the immediate questions and challenges and produce comprehensive solutions.

**Your Expertise & Skills may include**
- Use your stakeholder management skills and project documentation skills to achieve successful outcomes
- Plan and deliver Defence procurement activities
- Develop RFx documentation, support evaluations and contract negotiations that demonstrate value for money
- Support the provision of ‘first line’ probity advice to ensure ethical behaviour during procurement processes
- Inform and deliver upon project key milestones
- Work collaboratively to develop performance management methodologies that encourage strong performance
- Deliver and/or negotiate value based outcomes for business areas
- Use contract and vendor management tools; manage risks and issues
- Be able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach in a dynamic environment

**You will have**:

- Demonstrated experience in developing procurement documentation in consultation with stakeholders, using either Commonwealth panel arrangements and/or adhering to the Commonwealth Procurement Framework
- Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders
- Sound ICT knowledge and understanding of procurement enabling programs
- Ideally you will have a Cert IV or higher qualification in Procurement and Contract Management
- Due to the nature of the work, you have an Australian Security Clearance through AGSVA, or are an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain one

**The Proximity Difference**

We believe work should be a positive part of your life. It should challenge, engage, and support you in equal measure. By joining Proximity, you will enjoy:

- **Health and Wellbeing**support
- **Professional Development**is encouraged
- **The chance to give back** to your community by working with Proximity’s not for profit partners
- **Flexible working**options
- **Career progression pathways**supporting your development and personal goals

**Working with Proximity**

Proximity is a leading provider of integrated consulting, legal and commercial services to government entities and large organisations. Proximity collaborates with its clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes. By creating an exceptional workplace culture, Proximity equips its people with the confidence and knowledge to find the ‘right fit’ solution for its clients’ needs.

We’re committed to ensuring a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people, no matter their identity, orientation, background or physical ability feel valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do and stand for, we are strengthening our culture and building our client advantage by being **Genuine people,**bringing a** Bold Approach,**and providing** Helpful outcomes**.

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