Procurement Business Partner

Penrith City Council; Penrith; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Study support

Flexible working

Wellbeing and growth

Job summary

Penrith City Council is seeking a Procurement Business Partner to support procurement and contract management across the Council. You will guide tendering processes, provide informed advice and ensure governance and probity throughout the procurement lifecycle.

This full-time, temporary role offers an opportunity to contribute to significant community projects while working with a collaborative team in Penrith. The position is based on-site in Penrith, NSW, and runs until 30 June 2027.

Qualifications

• Requires tertiary qualification in Supply Chain or Procurement or equivalent.
• Experience in procurement, contract management or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support best-practice procurement and contract management across Council.
• Provide trusted advice and guide tendering and quotation processes.
• Ensure governance, probity and compliance at every stage.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver community-focused outcomes.

Skills

Contract management

Supply chain

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Time management

Customer service

Education

Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain/Procurement

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP/Finance1

Job description

• Location601 HIGH STREET,PENRITH, NSW, 2750,Australia
• Base Pay$96,476.00 - $111,676.00 / Year
• Job CategoryCorporate Services
• Employee TypeTemporary - Full Time

Contact information

• Contact Phone[phone]***
• Contact ***************@penrith.city

Description

Procurement Business Partner Temporary Contract Until 30 June 2027

Application Close Date: 11:59pm on 03/11/2026

At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose.

Life with us is the best of both worlds.

What we offer you

• A Generous Salary, including salary packaging options, Super ECT.
• Support for further study, training, and skill development
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Supportive team that values growth and wellbeing

The best of both worlds – click here to learn more

Here’s what you’ll be up to…

This is a full-time, temporary role working 35 hours per week until 30 June 2027.

As a Procurement Business Partner, you will play a key role in supporting best-practice procurement and contract management across Council. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will provide trusted advice, guide tendering and quotation processes, and help ensure strong governance, probity and compliance at every stage. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who values collaboration, delivers high-quality customer service, and is motivated to contribute to projects that make a meaningful difference to the community.

Our Procurement team partners with a diverse range of stakeholders across Council, supporting initiatives from ICT projects through to major construction works. In this role, you will contribute to important projects that deliver lasting community outcomes, while working alongside stakeholders throughout the full procurement lifecycle, from sourcing through to contract management. You will provide expert guidance, promote compliance with procurement policies and procedures, and help maintain robust governance and probity across all procurement activities.

Who we are (And why you’ll love us)

Our Procurement & Contracts team is focused on delivering the right goods and services, at the right time and value, through transparent, compliant, and collaborative procurement and contract management that supports Council’s strategic goals.

What makes our team exciting is the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly benefit our community. As a Procurement Business Partner at Penrith City Council, you would play a key role in delivering initiatives that have a visible and lasting impact for our residents and visitors.

Our team values integrity, collaboration, accountability, and service to the community. We are committed to achieving best value outcomes while ensuring our procurement practices are fair, compliant, and aligned with Local Government requirements. We also value strong relationships across Council and work closely with a wide range of business units to achieve successful outcomes.

We support wellbeing and balance by fostering a supportive and respectful team environment where people are encouraged to communicate openly, help one another, and work together toward shared goals. We understand the importance of balancing high-quality service delivery with a positive and sustainable team culture.

In recent times, the team has worked collaboratively across Council to deliver procurement and contract support for a wide range of exciting projects, including:

• 21 Play Space Renewals
• Gipps Street Recreation Precinct
• Employee Assistance Program
• St Marys Central Park, featuring an entertainment area, fenced children’s play space with water play, lawn area, amenities building, water features, gardens, and seating areas
• Cook Park Precinct sporting and mixed recreation facility
• Panel Contract for Project Feasibility, Quantity Surveying, Estimating, and Cost Plan Management Services
• Traffic Management Panel
• Castlereagh RFS Design Consultant

These projects are just a small example of the diverse and rewarding work our team is involved in.

We foster connection and celebrate success by working closely as a team, recognising the contribution each person makes, and taking pride in the collective outcomes we deliver for Council and the community. Collaboration is central to how we work, and we value people who bring a positive and team-oriented approach.

The type of person who thrives in our team is someone who is organised, honest, collaborative, and community-minded, with a strong understanding of procurement and contracting in a Local Government environment. If you enjoy working as part of a team, building strong relationships, and contributing to outcomes that make a difference, you will fit right in.

Check out our Position Description to learn more about this role.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for a collaborative and customer-focused procurement professional who brings integrity, initiative and a genuine commitment to delivering positive outcomes for the community.

You will bring procurement knowledge or experience, or a strong interest in building your expertise, together with an understanding of Local Government or the ability to quickly learn the legislative and compliance environment.

You are organised and analytical, with strong problem-solving, time management and listening skills, and the ability to apply sound judgement and think critically when navigating challenges.

This opportunity will suit someone who thrives in a supportive team environment, builds strong stakeholder relationships, and is ready to make a meaningful impact through high-quality procurement and contract support

The must-know bits

You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.

Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, to progress through the recruitment process.

Requirements

• A tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement or a related field (Certificate, Diploma or Degree), and/or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Experience in a medium to large organisation in contract administration, supply chain logistics, project management, purchasing or procurement.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, with strong time management and organisational skills.
• A strong commitment to customer service, supported by excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and a strong sense of professional accountability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and financial management systems such as SAP or Finance 1.
• Well-developed problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to the corporate values of Penrith City Council.
• Knowledge of contract law.
• Strong analytical skills in Excel.
• A current Class C Driver Licence.

Summary

• $96,476.00 - $111,676.00 Per year dependent on Experience
• Full Time Fixed Term Contract to 30 June 2027
• Flexible work options with strong health and wellbeing benefits

Join Penrith City Council as a Procurement Business Partner and play a key role in delivering strategic and operational procurement outcomes. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will lead sourcing and contract activities across all external spend, helping ensure procurement decisions align with Council priorities and achieve the best overall value for money.

At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.

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