Procurement Business Partner

Procurement Business Partner

• Lead and coordinate end-to-end sourcing and procurement activities across a diverse range of categories and Council services.
• Partner with managers, people leaders and project teams to understand procurement requirements, anticipate future needs, support forward procurement planning and deliver effective outcomes.
• Develop fit-for-purpose procurement strategies and sourcing approaches that deliver value for money and effective commercial outcomes.
• Provide practical advice on procurement processes, governance, probity and compliance requirements.
• Support stakeholders in developing procurement approaches that achieve value for money and manage commercial risk, including market analysis and evaluation of sourcing options.
• Identify and manage procurement-related risks, ensuring appropriate controls and mitigation strategies are in place.
• Build procurement capability across Council through training, coaching and practical guidance to stakeholders, including supporting the development of clear, fit-for-purpose specifications, procurement documentation and sourcing requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, systems and ways of working and contribute to the ongoing development of Council's procurement service delivery model.
• Develop strong stakeholder relationships, promoting a collaborative and customer-focused approach to procurement.

• Demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end procurement and contract lifecycle activities within government or a complex organisational environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to build trust, influence decisions and provide practical advice.
• Sound understanding of procurement governance, probity, compliance and risk management.
• Strong commercial acumen, including experience developing procurement strategies, evaluating sourcing options and negotiating commercial outcomes.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across different business areas.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and take ownership of procurement activities.
• Experience using procurement systems and digital technologies, with an interest in continuous improvement.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent extensive experience.

• Work across a diverse range of procurement categories, projects and Council services.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and become a trusted procurement advisor.
• Help shape Council's evolving procurement business partnering model and contribute to a more proactive and commercially focused procurement function.
• Join one of NSW's largest and growing councils, contributing to projects and services that make a meaningful impact on the community.
• Enjoy a range of Local Government benefits, including hybrid working, Scheduled Days Off (SDOs), learning and development opportunities, and health and wellbeing programs, all from a convenient Bankstown location close to the train station.

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