Procurement Analyst

**About the Role**
This role would be ideal for an experienced IT or technology Procurement Specialist, Analyst or Officer.

BOQ is on an exciting path of growth and transformation, aiming to become a multi-branded digital bank of the future. To support our ongoing transformation, we are seeking the very best talent to join our team.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Specialist to join our Procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting all activities in the procurement lifecycle, including planning, sourcing, contract negotiation, contract management, stakeholder management, and supplier management. You will perform analytical and administrative duties within the Procurement team and take accountability for nominated portfolios focused on the ICT and professional services categories. This role will require you to leverage your specialist skillset to identify and analyse procurement issues and develop options to swiftly resolve them.

The objective of this position is to support the delivery of procurement solutions, maximise value, manage risk, improve efficiencies, and achieve quality for the BOQ Group. You will ensure that procurement activities are conducted ethically and equitably, in accordance with BOQ's probity policy.
**About you**
We are seeking a passionate individual who loves all things Procurement and is eager to take on new challenges Ideally, you will have some experience in a similar role within a large organisation. Your ability to communicate, influence, and build effective stakeholder relationships will be key to your success in this role.

You are an analytical and commercially aware individual with strong interpersonal skills, who enjoys ICT and/or professional services sourcing and the evolving nature of Procurement. You have experience in supporting the assessment of procurement risks, assisting in the review and refinement of business specifications, developing negotiation strategies, and managing contracts.

**About Us**
BOQ Group is a truly unique group of challenger brands with a purpose - to provide a genuine alternative to Australian financial services for customers and employees.

Our family of brands (Bank of Queensland (BOQ), ME Bank, Virgin Money Australia, BOQ Specialist), each come with their own defined customer audience and brand personality, but share one goal - to build social capital through banking. That’s creating trust with customers, exploring staff potential and believing that tiny gestures and big ideas can change the world for communities.

BOQ Group’s inclusive vision is to foster a workspace that values and leverages difference and creates new possibilities, a place where our people feel confident to bring their best selves to work every day. We embrace difference and believe that our workforce should reflect the customers and communities that we serve.

Since 2021, BOQ Group is recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

In 2023, we successfully implemented an innovative Reconciliation Plan, driving positive change and promoting inclusivity across BOQ Group.
**Our Benefits**
At BOQ Group, we are passionate about creating an exceptional work environment that nurtures both your professional and personal growth. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to enhance your well-being, provide financial security, and foster a sense of community and inclusion. Here are just some of the fantastic perks you can enjoy as part of our team:

- **Flexible working arrangement**:

- Balance your work and personal life with ease.
- **Discounted financial products** - Enjoy exclusive rates on our financial services across the Group.
- **Salary sacrificing options** - Maximise your take-home pay with our salary packaging options.
- **Paid parental leave with no minimum requirements** - Spend quality time with your new family member without any worries.
- **Purchase additional annual leave** - Need more time off? You can buy extra leave days.
- **Discounted private health insurance plan** - Take care of your health with our special rates.
- **Employee Assistance Program (EAP)** - Access confidential support for personal and professional challenges for you and your family
- **Access to employee network groups** - Connect with peers through our First Nations Reconciliation, LGBTQIA+, Multicultural, Gender, Early Careers, and accessibility groups.
- **Pride in Diversity membership**: We are proud members of Pride in Diversity and actively participate in the Australian Workplace Equality Index.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Join us and be part of a company that truly cares about its people and community
**How to Apply**

BOQ Group is committed to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, gender and