Procurement and Contracts Officer

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City's future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. 

About the role 

This position is responsible for contract management administration. The Procurement & Contracts Officer will be required to work closely with various departments to understand their specific requirements, source appropriate suppliers, and maintain positive relationships with vendors.

They will provide procurement expertise and assists stakeholders to plan, develop, source and manage procurement arrangements to effectively meet organisational and business objectives in a timely manner according with Council's purchasing policies.

Daily you will:

• Assist in confirming stakeholder requirements, gather and analyse market information, and assess risks to support procurement planning and sourcing decisions.

• Conduct sourcing activities in line with council policies and procedures and participate in negotiations.

• Collaborate with the Procurement Team to coordinate supply functions, develop and implement supply strategies and policies.

• Maintain and update the contracts management database, implement contract management plans, monitor performance, resolve issues, and ensure timely renewals to minimize risk.

• Provide advice and guidance on procurement matters, influence stakeholders to promote good practices, maintain records, generate compliance reports, and identify and escalate procurement risks

About You 

The successful candidate should have 4+ years in government or equivalent experience with degree qualifications in business, logistics, or a related discipline or demonstrated equivalent experience.

You will also bring: 

• Broad knowledge of purchasing and compliance processes.

• Experience in an ERP Financial System, preferably Technology One Financials, but not essential.

• Advanced MS Excel skills.

• A sound understanding of the procurement legislation or similar.

• Ability to provide training across a broad range of procurement related subjects.

• Ability to interpret and determine legislative impacts in relation to procurement responsibilities.

• Experience in preparing reports, policies and correspondence in a government context. 

What's on offer

We are offering a permanent opportunity with an attractive remuneration from $121,367 plus 12% superannuation.

• In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements

• 14 weeks paid parental leave

• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years

• Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)

• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexitime, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)

• Learning and development opportunities

• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) 

Want to know more? 

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. 

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. 

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Robyn Winn on email  

How to apply 

Candidates MUST apply online.

Please attach a resume and a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role.

Applications close 9pm, Sunday 18 January 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection. 

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. 

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups.  We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.