Procurement and Purchasing Officer

• High performing, diverse, inclusive, and supportive team
• Proudly making a difference with the transition to renewable energy
• Option of base in Ultimo or Eastern Creek, with hybrid work arrangements
• Award winning and Family Friendly organisation

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to be part of an organisation dedicated to nation-building renewable energy projects that will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. 

We are looking for a Procurement and Purchasing Officer to proactively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand business requirements for short to medium term routine procurement matters and to support the procurement of a range of goods and/or services.

The Procurement and Purchasing Officer will be proactively supporting the day-to-day operational requirements of our business units across the organisation serving our key stakeholders efficiently and effectively, to promote end-to-end customer support and service.

In this role you will actively:

• Provide support to Business stakeholders to review Purchase Requisitions, establish Purchase Orders, and carry out mini-RFQ process.
• Provide support to the Sourcing team during sourcing (tendering), evaluation and contract setup.
• Support Sourcing team during Supplier Performance Monitoring.
• Main categories of work: Recruitment, labour hire, travel and IT.
• Hands-on experience in Procurement platforms (SAP Ariba).

About you

• 5+ years industry experience, with 2 years’ experience in Procurement/Purchasing desirable.
• Relevant corporate and personal computing skills including knowledge and experience with contemporary procurement and contract management systems, preferably SAP Ariba.
• High level oral and written communication skills are required to inform, resolve conflicts, and negotiate with customers, suppliers, team leaders and Managers.
• Knowledge of Commercial Policies and Procedures, particularly the Procurement Procedure, Strategic Contracts (Panels) Management procedure and Financial Authorities process.
• Understanding of Commercial Terms and Conditions.
• Understand the principles of the Legal Framework policy.
• Good business (commercial) sense, trustworthiness, dedication, creativity, professionalism with a strong work ethic and desire to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Work Health & Safety and Environment policies and procedures.

Recognition & Reward

In return for your hard work we have numerous benefits and initiatives to support you personally and professionally including but not limited to private health insurance discount, motor vehicle lease plan, career development support, study assistance program and workplace flexibility.

Continue to make it happen for your career, and for the millions of Australians who rely on our services every day.

Applications close: Monday, 6 May 2024

Our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received. We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model. 

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.