Procurement Officer

Mackay Regional is looking for a Procurement Officer to join our team.

As a valued member of our Procurement team, you’ll play a key role in delivering value-for-money outcomes across Council by providing specialist advice, supporting procurement activities, and building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.

Reporting to the Procurement Operations Supervisor, you’ll ensure day-to-day procurement operations are efficient, compliant, and aligned with Council policies and legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide procurement advice and guidance to Council staff
• Process purchase requisitions in line with procurement policies
• Maintain accurate records, contract coding and documentation
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Support supplier onboarding and compliance checks
• Assist with procurement data analysis and reporting
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify procurement solutions
• Monitor outstanding orders and ensure timely processing
• Liaise with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate and timely payments
• Contribute to continuous improvement and best practice procurement

About You

Essential

• Willingness to undertake a Criminal History Check
• Experience using procurement systems (e.g. SAP, Finance One, CiAnywhere)
• Experience in procurement operations within government, private or multi-industry environments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage sensitive matters professionally
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Analytical skills with the ability to interpret data
• Sound knowledge of procurement practices and relevant Queensland/local government legislation
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel

Desirable

• Certificate IV in Purchasing or relevant procurement qualification

Why Join MRC?

• Base annual salary of $82,413 (permanent role)
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• 9-day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Applications

If you’re an organised procurement professional looking to make a meaningful contribution within local government, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications may close at any time, so don’t delay, apply with your cover letter and resume today.

Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.