Vendor and Procurement Manager

8 month QLD State Government contract
- Flexible work life balance
- Corporate wellbeing program

Our client is the central financing authority for the Queensland Government and provides financial, risk management and advisory services for the State. They manage the State’s funding program in the global capital markets to deliver sustainable and cost-effective borrowings for the Queensland Government, local governments, and other related entities (our clients).

Recognised as one of Australia's best places to work, winning the 'Employer of Choice' award in 2020 and 2021.

**About the role**

An 8 month maternal leave contract within the QLD State Government. This role will see you working within the Vendor Management and Procurement team reporting to the relevant Director. It will support the business in day-to-day tasks across the entire procurement lifecycle from sourcing to contract completion.
- Providing guidance on effective procurement practices to the QTC business users
- Providing guidance on effective contract management practices to the QTC business users
- Assisting the business to maintain their records in the Contract Management System (CMS) to ensure they are accurate and up to date
- Supporting business in establishing and maintaining effective engagement frameworks that drive positive performance outcomes from priority vendors
- Working with the business to broaden and embed the organisational understanding of the procurement policy, procedures and responsibilities within QTC
- Assisting the business to effectively utilise the Financial Management System (FMS) in accordance with the QTC’s financial processes
- Maintain and assist with the development of procurement procedures and templates

**About you**

An experienced professional with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities at any given time. In addition to this you will be a team player who will contribute to the overall goals and targets of the team.
- Demonstrated experience contracting with the Queensland Information Technology Contracting (QITC) framework
- 5-10 years experience in procuring technology solutions
- Demonstrated experience in contract administration and delivery
- Demonstrated experience in maintaining key deliverables
- Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement
- Background in establishing consulting contracts would be beneficial but not essential
- The ability to work autonomously
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

**Why will our client be the best employer of your career?**

Our client does work that improves Queensland for generations. We are a leader in finance, creating meaningful solutions with profound outcomes. We set the standard in financial solutions. We address the challenges of today, with results for tomorrow.

**People**

An inspired team that comes from many diverse backgrounds and skillsets. They believe that curiosity and collaboration are the ultimate tools for problem solving that enable them to support their clients.

**Culture**

Through connection, candour and clarity, their people are able to bring the best version of themselves to work every day. The high-performance culture where energised teams collaborate, challenge and find innovative solutions empowers you to learn, grow and develop

**Benefits**

Dedicated to investing in your future. Each team member is empowered to ‘invest in you’ and drive their development towards their career ambitions. With the support of their leaders coaching and providing feedback they are committed to enabling the best version of you. Benefit from professional development programs, flexible work, leadership programs, study support, paid-parental leave, salary packaging and a corporate wellbeing program (including discounts for you and your family to a range of fitness facilities close to home or work).