Senior Procurement Specialist

Racing Queensland (RQ) is a statutory body whose primary purpose is to promote, enhance, and provide a platform to service the industry across three codes of racing: Thoroughbred, Greyhound, and Harness. RQ’s Mission is to champion great racing and events which connect Queensland communities.

Role summary:

Reporting to the General Manager Procurement, the primary responsibility of the Senior Procurement Specialist is to lead Racing Queensland’s (RQ) strategic and complex sourcing projects and to provide comprehensive procurement expertise and support to RQ Business Units. This role will contribute to achieving optimal results through best‑value project sourcing, contract and supplier management by utilising effective, efficient and compliant procurement processes, systems and stakeholder engagement.

What you’ll do, day to day

- Own and manage a procurement portfolio, including managing a range of complex requirements with significant risk profiles.

- Manage contract lifecycles, ensuring current contracts are performing as intended and that expiring contracts are managed appropriately.

- Maximise opportunities to the use of government common‑use supply arrangements.

- Coach and guide business units to generate a clear scope of requirements for each procurement activity.

- Chair evaluation committees and lead commercial evaluations to ensure that all relevant factors contributing towards cost and price are evaluated.

- Drive procurement education across the organisation supporting alignment with the Queensland Procurement Policy (QPP) and RQ’s strategic objectives.

Qualifications

- 5+ years’ experience in senior procurement roles.

- Queensland Government procurement experience (highly advantageous).

- Strong understanding of the Queensland Procurement Policy and common‑use supply arrangements (highly advantageous).

What we expect from you

- You’re comfortable in a fast‑paced environment and always excited to rise to the challenge.

- You’ll channel your resilience and agility to think fast and adapt to suit the problem at hand.

- You’ll bring a results‑driven attitude and excellent people skills to build trusted partnerships that drive our industry forward.

- You’ll lead by example and thrive on meeting (and exceeding) expectations in a high‑performance culture.

What you can expect from us

- Work for a diverse and dynamic multi‑code organisation where no two days are alike.

- Make a real impact on the industry, the communities it serves and the great state of Queensland.

- Unlock significant development and career‑progression opportunities, protecting the integrity of a tri‑code Principal Racing Authority.

- Enjoy a warm and inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and welcomes contributions from every corner of the business.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your well‑being and professional growth. Flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs, paid parental leave, talent management programs, and opportunities for performance development. We also prioritise your health with a dedicated health, wellbeing, and education program.

Our commitment to diversity

RQ values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people.

We recognise, respect and value First Nations people and cultures. We are focused on working with First Nations people to improve service design and delivery, knowing that this will deliver better outcomes for all of Queensland. Please check our First Nations Resources hub for further information.

We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse cultures and backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ identities, and all age groups and genders to apply.

How to apply

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, click ‘apply now’ and submit your:

- Covering letter outlining your experience

If you have any questions about the position, please contact the hiring manager, Michael Austin, at maustin@racingqueensland.com.au

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Please note the following conditions apply:

- Must hold a current driver’s licence.

- Intrastate and/or interstate travel may be a requirement.

- Will be required to undergo a criminal history check.

- Must have the right to work in Australia.

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