Procurement Business Partner, Chief of Staff and - Sydney, Australia - Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)

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Sydney, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

The role

We are seeking a Procurement Business Partner to provide advice and recommendations on procurement to both internal and external stakeholders while supporting the achievement of APRA's corporate strategies, policies and procedures.

The team

The Procurement team is a member of the CFO team within the Chief of Staff and Enterprise Services Division of APRA.

This division is responsible for supporting the achievement of APRA's corporate strategies, policies and procedures.

This involves the delivery of various services to APRA's internal clients and external stakeholders utilising both internal and external resources.

Key responsibilities

Manage the endtoend tendering process including drafting of tendering documents and contract documentation
Negotiate and support the business to deliver 'value for money' procurements and ensure APRA makes sound commercial decisions
Identify and manage potential procurement and contract delivery issues or risks
Develop and maintain up to date contract documentation (e.g contract variations), procedures, data and records and ensure timely communication of relevant information
Contract management of high value or strategic contracts
Maintain a focus on creating collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maximise potential opportunities that support efficiencies and savings
Ensure that all Procurements comply with the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) and the PGPA act

About you

Proven experience in procurement and Contract Management
Highly developed selfmanagement, time management and prioritising skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a highvolume environment
Experience with computer assisted procurement systems and processes
Demonstrated investigative and analytical skills including the ability to use MS Excel, Database and Reporting systems
Excellent communication skills at all levels (written and verbal) and the ability to undertake negotiations with external and internal stakeholders of all levels in the resolution of disputes
Strong stakeholder engagement, excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
A continuous improvement mindset looking for ways to improve our ways of working
Relevant tertiary qualifications

About APRA
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) places you at the heart of Australia's financial services industry.

APRA serves the Australian community by helping ensure financial institutions deliver on the financial commitments they make, within a stable, efficient and competitive financial system.

At APRA we're committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, feels valued and respected.

We aspire to attract and foster diversity of background, thought, and experience, recognising that a broad range of perspectives, approaches and ideas makes us stronger, and better enables us to meet our obligation to protect the financial wellbeing of the Australian community.

When applying, please inform us of any adjustments you may need during the interview process.