Procurement Operations Manager

1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeePurchasing Full time $90,000 - $105,000

About the Role

The Purchasing Specialist is a critical member of our team, responsible for facilitating efficient procurement operations. This involves buying, requisitioning, and supplier onboarding for goods and services, as well as analysing market dynamics and identifying innovative suppliers.

Closely collaborating with stakeholders across the business, the Purchasing Specialist defines clear business requirements and manages data analysis for informed decision-making. They mitigate procurement risks through effective risk management strategies, including undertaking supplier due diligence and contribute to enhancing supplier relationships.

Additionally, the Purchasing Specialist ensures compliance with procurement policies and optimises document management processes to support seamless operations and achieve organisational objectives effectively.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitate efficient procurement operations by buying, requisitioning, and supplier onboarding for goods and services;
  • Analyse market dynamics and identify innovative suppliers;
  • Closely collaborate with stakeholders across the business to define clear business requirements and manage data analysis for informed decision-making;
  • Mitigate procurement risks through effective risk management strategies, including undertaking supplier due diligence;
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and optimise document management processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Certification in procurement and supply management is beneficial;
  • 1-2 years' experience in purchasing within a medium to large size business;
  • Collection and analysis of data on key cost drivers, market dynamics, and industry issues to inform procurement decisions;
  • Negotiation with suppliers to secure favourable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules for procurement activities;
  • Placement of purchase orders accurately and efficiently ensuring timely procurement of goods and services;
  • Monitoring of inventory levels and collaboration with internal stakeholders to forecast purchasing needs;
  • Maintaining accurate records of purchases, supplier agreements, and procurement activities;
  • Identifying and evaluating areas of innovation and alternative suppliers to optimise procurement strategies;
  • SUPPORTING RISK MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES BY IDENTIFYING AND MITIGATING PROCUREMENT RISKS AND ISSUES;
  • CONDUCTING STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES TO ADDRESS STAKEHOLDER NEEDS AND MAINTAIN POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS;
  • MANAGING SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIPS BY MAINTAINING REGULAR COMMUNICATION AND ADDRESSING PERFORMANCE ISSUES;
  • ASSISTING IN BASELINE ASSESSMENTS AND POST-IMPLEMENTATION ANALYSES TO MEASURE AND TRACK PROCUREMENT BENEFITS;
  • Proficiency using business systems including ERP, Source to Pay systems and the Microsoft Suite (incl. Word, Excel & PowerPoint).

Benefits

We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a competitive remuneration package.

Other Requirements

This role requires the ability to undertake 'on call duties' which arises from the critical nature of the role including key responsibilities for ensuring the continuity of essential water and wastewater services on a 24 hour 7 days per week basis to customers and the community.

About Us

We are a leading provider of world-class drinking water and wastewater services to vibrant communities. Our purpose is to plan ahead and shape a sustainable future around water for generations to come.

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