Purchasing Officer - Picton, Australia - Wollondilly Shire Council

Wollondilly Shire Council

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Picton, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Purchasing Officer

Picton location
Permanent Full Time Position
Salary from $89,680 to $104, % Superannuation
Hybrid working arrangements

Are you an experienced purchasing professional looking for the next challenge within your career? Do you have a strong interest in Procurement practices within Local Government? If you have outstanding customer service skills, possess excellent attention to detail and are highly motivated we want to hear from you

About Council

The Wollondilly Shire is currently experiencing significant growth and change within our community and require suitably qualified and experienced professionals to go on this exciting journey with us.

It is truly an exciting time for Wollondilly Shire Council, our employees and most of all our Community.

Our recent employee survey results have proven just how amazingly positive and supportive our culture is at Wollondilly Shire Council.

We are proud of our positive employee engagement being recognised within the top 10% of Local Council's.

In addition to the positive and supportive work culture, there are a number of benefits and opportunities available to our employees including:

Health and Wellbeing programs
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Employee Reward and Recognition Programs
Educational Assistance Program
Staff Social activities

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Officer to join our Procurement Team.

In this role you will purchase, obtain and manage goods and services for Council and assist with providing a comprehensive and high-quality service to all internal and external customers.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate their competency for the position by meeting the following essential criteria:

Certificate IV in relevant qualification or extensive relevant experience.
Specialist knowledge and skills in Purchasing and Procurement
Thorough understanding and competence in Accounts Payable/Receivable, Contract Administration, Contract Law and Cost/Benefit Analysis.
Demonstrated experience in undertaking statistical analysis.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
Current Class C Driver's Licence.

Further Information:
James Cleaton, Team Leader Procurement,

Closing Date:5:00pm Monday, 11 December 2023

Those not addressing the selection criteria will not be considered.
Preferred applicants may be required to undertake a pre-placement medical. This includes drug and alcohol screening. The preferred applicant may also be required to undertake Police Background, Credential and Bankruptcy Checks.

In accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2020 all positions are engaged Monday to Sunday except as otherwise provided.