Procurement Specialist — Drive Sourcing & Efficiency

Talentpath; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Weekly pay

Temporary to permanent opportunity

Flexible working hours

Collaborative team culture

Broad procurement exposure

Professional development and career

Impactful process improvement

Job summary

Talentpath is looking for a proactive Procurement Officer in Australia. You will support day-to-day purchasing, process requisitions and orders, and liaise with stakeholders and suppliers to meet procurement needs. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and cost-effective outcomes within a collaborative team.

The position offers exposure to a broad range of procurement activities and opportunities to develop through professional development and performance-driven progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a similar role.
• Experience using SAP SuccessFactors will be advantageous.
• Understanding of procurement principles, purchasing processes, and supplier management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Well-developed organisational and time management abilities.
• Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day purchasing and procurement activities across the business.
• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders in line with company procedures.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure procurement requirements are met.
• Support sourcing activities, including obtaining quotations and evaluating supplier options.
• Monitor supplier performance and assist with issue resolution when required.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier data, and documentation.
• Ensure procurement activities align with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase operational efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to deliver cost-effective procurement outcomes.

Skills

Procurement

Stakeholder engagement

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Talentpath is looking for a proactive Procurement Officer in Australia. You will support day-to-day purchasing, process requisitions and orders, and liaise with stakeholders and suppliers to meet procurement needs. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and cost-effective outcomes within a collaborative team.

The position offers exposure to a broad range of procurement activities and opportunities to develop through professional development and performance-driven progression.