Purchasing Officer

Overview

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living. As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible. With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres. We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include : rostered days off, flexible work arrangements, salary packaging.

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for detail-oriented and service-focused individual to be responsible for the delivery and implementation of Council’s purchasing activities with a commitment to providing excellent service to both internal and external stakeholders. As a Purchasing Officer, you will process online requisitions and purchase orders in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring that all details are correct and all appropriate approval processes are followed. You will support the implementation of continuous improvement activities related to purchasing processes for internal stakeholders and assist in maintaining the Purchasing Framework, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and effectively used. To view the Position Description, please click here.

About You

We are seeking an individual who holds a Certificate IV qualification (or higher) in purchasing, procurement, tendering, contracts or similar related qualification, or willing to work towards same, and possesses an understanding of public sector governance and legislative compliance related to purchasing, procurement, contract management, accounts payable, and workplace health and safety (WHS). You will have the following skills and experience;

• Demonstrate experience in interpreting legislation and guidelines applicable to purchasing and procurement processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Have a working knowledge of computer software applications, including Microsoft Office and financial management software systems, to effectively perform purchasing administration tasks.
• Exhibit effective verbal and written communication skills, allowing for clear and concise communication with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and other relevant parties.
• Possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience in supply, purchasing, and logistics or a related field, demonstrating a solid foundation in purchasing principles and practices.

Benefits

This is a permanent full time position working 35 hours per week. The total remuneration package for this position commences at $79,969.34 gross per annum, comprising of : $1,373.10 per week base salary; $164.77 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%). Additional benefits for this position include : Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight); Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews; Salary packaging program (SmartSalary).

Wellbeing Initiatives - Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.

For further information on this position, please contact Tia James - Procurement and Contracts Coordinator on 02 6499 2282. Applications close 11.59pm AEST on 28 September 2025.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role. This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised in line with recommendations from the Australian Immunisation Handbook, mandated Public Health Orders and / or Councils Immunisation Procedure.

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