Procurement Consultant, Procurement - Sydney, Australia - Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)

Verified Company

Sydney, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

The Role

The role is a key participant in building proactive and collaborative relationships internally and externally to Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) to ensure the realisation of value for money.

Quality outcomes in line with business objectives will be delivered through the implementation of sound procurement and contract management processes while providing valuable advice to the business.

The Team

Join a dynamic team of professionals who enjoy working on the end-to-end procurement activities and processes for all level of stakeholders within APRA.

This will range from leading whole of government arrangements, through to undertaking end-to-end procurements. The role will also lead and execute on process improvements.

What your typical day will look like

Actively create and drive new improvement opportunities and activities for the engagement of internal and external stakeholders
Influence, negotiate and identify potential contract savings and risks
Develop and maintain up to date contract documentation
Ensure APRA's procurement practices and processes comply with government standards and are commercially accountable
Manage the tendering and administrative procurement processes, ensuring all documentation and delegated approvals are obtained
Providing guidance and contract expertise to internal and external stakeholders in an accurate and timely manner
Identify and manage contractual and operational risks

About you

Highly developed selfmanagement, time management and prioritising skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Passion for procurement
Experience with computer assisted systems and processes
Demonstrated investigative and analytical skills including the ability to use MS Excel, Database and Reporting systems
Excellent communication skills, and the ability to undertake negotiations with suppliers and staff at all levels
Appreciation for contract management practices and techniques
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.