Procurement Strategy Advisor

2 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Townsville City Council Full time

About Us

Townsville City Council is a leading local government authority in Northern Australia, dedicated to creating value by growing the city through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.

We are responsible for providing and maintaining over $7 billion worth of community assets, including water and wastewater networks, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues, and more. Our organization contributes to an active lifestyle for residents and visitors through events, recreational facilities, environmental protection, and heritage preservation.

We lead the creation of a city for this and future generations by focusing on our transition to a circular economy that is resilient to social, financial, and environmental shocks.

Our commitment to the community drives us to create an exciting and dynamic future for Townsville.

About the Role

A Procurement Business Partner will play a key role in facilitating and supporting the delivery of the Procurement strategy and framework in collaboration with sections and teams across the council. This involves educating, influencing, guiding, coaching, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of Source to Contract, Procure to Pay, and Best Practice strategies within the council.

This role will work closely with managers to ensure the council undertakes all procurement and contracting activities in a manner that reduces organizational expenditure, maintains acceptable probity levels, and minimizes risk, particularly reputational risk, through the provision of high-level, strategic, professional, informed advice.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have Bachelor level qualifications in Procurement and/or Supply, Contract Law, Business, or relevant experience. You will have proven experience in a Procurement focused Business Partnering role within a diverse multi-disciplined organization. Knowledge of Source to Contract and Procure to Pay management practices, and the Local Government framework (Local Government Act and Regulations) is desirable.

You will have the ability to educate, influence, coach, mentor, and forge strong stakeholder relationships based on the provision of informed, sound advice that builds an environment of trust and respect.

Your desired candidate will demonstrate strategic thinking, personal resilience, and self-awareness and will model the highest standard of ethical and professional behavior and act with integrity and confidentiality while representing the council internally and externally.

You will have a C Class driver's license.

What We Offer

  • 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Up to 5 weeks annual leave
  • Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
  • 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Domestic and Family Violence Leave
  • Natural Disaster Leave
  • Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
  • Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
  • Salary Sacrifice opportunities
  • Learning and Development opportunities
  • Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
  • Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Active Family Social Club
  • Flexible working arrangements

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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