Procurement Officer

There to care. Here for good.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Procurement Officer

Here at Helping Hand we've been a leading provider of aged care in communities across South Australia since 1953. That's a long journey, and we're proud of our stability and strength.

Now, we're on a mission to continue to grow and improve our services and impact, hand in hand with our fantastic team.

A brighter future with Helping Hand, for older people and for you.

You will be responsible to execute, manage and support procurement activities and processes across Helping Hand to ensure effective governance and adherence to endorsed procurement framework. The position also undertakes purchasing activities for high value requirements and provides advice and guidance to business units on their localised low value purchasing activities.

You'll also make an impact by:

• Providing day-to-day purchasing support, including raising purchase orders, sourcing quotes, coordinating approvals, and maintaining accurate procurement records.
• Assisting with contract administration activities such as preparing documentation, tracking contract milestones, monitoring expiries, and ensuring compliance requirements are met.
• Supporting the Procurement department with onboarding and maintaining vendor compliance, including checking insurances, certifications, and mandatory documentation in Rapid Global.
• Providing oversight and administrative support for the organisational fleet, including coordinating bookings, maintaining vehicle records, monitoring servicing schedules, and supporting compliance with fleet policies.
• Working closely with business units to support procurement needs, provide guidance on purchasing processes, and ensure requests align with Helping Hand's procurement framework.
• Assisting with data entry, reporting, and maintaining procurement systems to ensure visibility of spend, supplier performance, and contract information.

What you'll bring

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Experience working within Procurement and a strong understanding of our systems, processes, and values.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

• Valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or willingness to obtain one.

  You'll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following: 

• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• The ability to negotiate, influence, and work confidently with internal teams and external providers.
• Interest or emerging skills in procurement, including supplier engagement, contract management, compliance requirements, and sourcing activities.
• Experience in aged care, home care, or support services.

Please click the link below to view the position description:
Procurement Officer

Why Helping Hand?

Here at Helping Hand we truly care about how you are. Here are some of the things we hope you'll love about working with us:

• We are who you are
  At Helping Hand, you'll find real support from teammates and managers who share your values and strengths.
• We are where you are
  Helping Hand operates in over 20 communities across South Australia, where we were born and where our roots will always be.
• We care how you are
  Be part of a kind, friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Be part of a warm, friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing
• Maximise your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 each year
• Enjoy an additional $2,650 tax free per year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
• 17.5% leave loading
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted private health insurance, plus our Employee Assistance Program
• Get active with our Fitness Passport Program and enjoy discounted gym memberships for you and your family
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   

Are you ready to lend a helping hand?

Join us at Helping Hand and help shape your future and ours.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and conducting interviews accordingly.

Apply online today, or to find out more please contact Rebecca Spry on

Current Helping Hand employees must notify their manager of their intent to apply.

Please note, you are required to hold valid NDIS or willing to obtain one. Successful candidates will be required to attend induction sessions before commencing work.

Helping Hand welcomes and respects the diversity our clients, staff and volunteers bring. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are included and respected.

Helping Hand strongly recommends that all employees receive COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, as we work in a high-risk setting and are in contact with vulnerable people.