Procurement Specialist

Karlka Recruiting Group; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Employee Assistance Program

Dedicated consultant per contract

Ongoing support during placement

Job summary

Karlka Recruiting Group is seeking a procurement specialist for a Local Government assignment in Maroochydore, QLD. The role covers leading sourcing strategies, documentation, and contract negotiations within governance frameworks.

The position runs from 12/10/2026 to 09/04/2027 on a fixed-term contract with possible extensions. Domestic candidates and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience developing procurement sourcing strategies and procurement plans.
• Experience leading procurement activities through to contract formation.
• Knowledge of procurement legislation, governance and probity frameworks.
• Experience preparing procurement documentation and evaluating submissions.
• Recent Police Check within 6 months or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement sourcing strategies and plans with stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and analysis to support procurement activities.
• Lead procurement processes from planning through to contract formation.
• Prepare procurement documentation, manage RFIs and evaluate submissions.
• Coordinate contract negotiations and provide contract management advice.

Skills

Procurement planning

Contract formation

Governance frameworks

Documentation drafting

Police check readiness

Job description

About the company

Karlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a Local Government organisation to engage a Procurement Specialist. This position is located in Maroochydore, QLD for a 12/10/2026 – 09/04/2027 contract with possible extensions available.

About the Position

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for leading procurement activities from planning through to contract formation, delivering effective sourcing strategies, procurement documentation, contract negotiations and procurement advice within legislative and governance frameworks.

Duties

• Develop procurement sourcing strategies and plans with stakeholders
• Conduct market research and analysis to support procurement activities
• Lead procurement processes from planning through to contract formation
• Prepare procurement documentation, manage RFIs and evaluate submissions
• Coordinate contract negotiations and provide contract management advice

Requirements/Skills

• Experience developing procurement sourcing strategies and procurement plans
• Experience leading procurement activities through to contract formation
• Knowledge of procurement legislation, governance and probity frameworks
• Experience preparing procurement documentation and evaluating submissions
• Recent Police Check within 6 months or willingness to obtain one

Benefits working with this Client

• Casual hours up to 36.25 hours per week

Benefits working with Karlka Recruiting Group

• Weekly pay
• Ongoing support: Pre, during and post placement
• Dedicated consultant per contract
• Employee Assistance Program available

Nyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion. Applications received after the due date may be considered for similar roles.