Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist 1 x Full-time, ongoing opportunityCity location$116,325 plus 15% superannuation (Effective 1 July 2025, salary will be $119,815 plus 15% superannuation)Work for an iconic Canberra brandThe Opportunity ActewAGL's Procurement team are seeking an experienced and motivated self-starters with a high level of attention to detail to join their team as Procurement Specialist, supporting the Corporate function of ActewAGL.

The Procurement team is responsible for managing the development and maintenance of goods and services contracts, ensuring they are legally enforceable and commercially sound. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this position will be responsible to undertake complex procurement activities for goods and services and the management of any resulting contracts.

You will also be required to provide support to the Procurement Manager, through providing leadership support to other members of the team. Leadership support includes mentoring and providing technical Procurement advice to the Procurement team.

Day in the life Assist the Procurement Manager with day-to-day people management, guidance and mentoring to the broader Procurement team.Keep abreast of market conditions and supplier status.Provide assistance and guidance to the business on procurements and contract management activities.Establish and maintain a contract register for all supplier contracts.Prepare tender and contract documents, negotiate with suppliers, evaluate tenders and offers in conjunction with contract owners.Lead contract evaluations, assist in the development of appropriate sourcing strategies and identify contract risks.Actively build relationships with suppliers and coordinate and lead supplier performance meetings.Develop Contract Management Plans and the discharge of contract duties for both parties, including monitoring supplier performance against KPIs.Manage contract variations and contractor claims which will include negotiations between the business stakeholders and suppliers.To gain a full understanding of the roles' requirements, please review the attached Position Description.

You will need to be successful : A CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply, or Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce or Finance.Established working experience (5-7 years) in a Procurement and Contract Management role.Demonstrated experience in developing supplier relationships with a focus on supplier performance.Experience in procurement processes, including tender preparation, evaluation and contract negotiation.Knowledge of modern supply chain concepts and supporting systems and technologies.Demonstrated leadership skills, including coaching and mentoring staff.High level attention to detail, problem solving and negotiation skills.Excellent at building strong customer and staff relationships.Apply now We encourage you to apply now through the online portal by uploading a resume and a cover letter telling us about the key skills, experience, qualifications, and capabilities you can bring to this role.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity or the application process, you can contact Macy Dkhar at Applications close : 30 June 2025 So, why join us? At ActewAGL, we pride ourselves on putting our people first. Some of the perks you can expect are :

Discounts on gym membershipsOngoing professional developmentFree flu vaccinations annuallyFree on-site physiotherapyAccess to free wellness support and resourcesIncome Protection upto 3 yearsCompetitive remuneration including superannuation of 15%On-site change rooms with full showers and facilitiesA secure bike storage area5 min walk to Northbourne Avenue tram stopReward and recognition schemesWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces and fosters a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and respect, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds, and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people that identify as LGBTQIA+, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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