Procurement Specialist

2 months ago


Adelaide, South Australia Harrison McMillan Full time
About the Role

Harrison McMillan is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist to join their team within the Office of the Chief Operating Officer. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this role would be on a temporary basis for 12-months at ASO5 level within the Procurement, Contracting and Transport directorate.

Key Responsibilities
  • Procurement Advice and Support: Deliver procurement advice and analysis to meet customer requirements, ensuring timely and compliant acquisition of goods and services.
  • Tender Management: Coordinate tender evaluation, renewal processes, and liaise with stakeholders. Ensure all documentation for renewals or tenders is complete and accurate.
  • Contract Management: Maintain and audit contracts, monitor variations and service failures, and ensure all records are up to date.
  • Strategy and Policy Development: Contribute to the development and review of procurement strategies, policies, and processes. Identify and mitigate procurement and contract risks.
  • Negotiations: Facilitate negotiations with service providers and stakeholders, aiming for value for money and effective contractual arrangements.
  • Compliance: Ensure procurement and contracting activities comply with relevant regulations and departmental guidelines.
Key Competencies
  • Project Coordination: Proven ability to manage multiple procurement projects, develop acquisition plans, and create tender packages in compliance with government requirements.
  • Independent Decision-Making: Demonstrated experience working under limited direction, applying initiative and judgement to resolve issues and support procurement operations.
  • Value for Money: Experience in advising on and implementing value-for-money procurement practices and strategies.
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Well-developed knowledge of Treasurer's Instruction 18 and procurement processes.
  • Stakeholder Management: Effective at building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.


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