Procurement Support Officer

Careers at Council; Canterbury-Bankstown; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Time Off program

Health and Wellbeing Programs

Parental leave options

Job summary

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is a major NSW council delivering essential services to 385,000 residents. We are seeking a Procurement Support Officer to assist with administration, market research, tender documentation, and data reporting to ensure compliant, efficient procurement and strong stakeholder service.

You will work in a team oriented environment, using MS Office and procurement systems, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or extensive job-related experience.
• Demonstrated experience in administrative, coordination, or support roles, preferably within a procurement, contracts, finance, or corporate services environment.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear documentation and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy, with the ability to manage records, process information, and follow established procedures.
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use digital systems and Microsoft Office applications, with the capacity to learn procurement and contract management systems.
• A proactive and willing approach to learning, with a demonstrated interest in developing a career in procurement and contract management.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and deliver a high standard of customer service.
• Demonstrated commitment to Council’s values.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support across procurement and contract management activities.
• Assist with market research, supplier engagement, tender and quotation documentation, and evaluation processes.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, registers and systems in line with Council policies and legislative requirements.
• Collect, analyse and report on procurement data to support compliance, audit readiness and continuous improvement.
• Support procurement projects, initiatives, and the development of tools, templates and resources to build organisational capability.
• Deliver high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders, enhancing the overall customer experience.

Skills

Administrative support

Coordination

Stakeholder engagement

MS Office

Procurement knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest councils in NSW with one of the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 385,000 residents.

The role

Join our Procurement team as a Procurement Support Officer, where you’ll play a key role in supporting efficient procurement processes, coordinating sourcing activities, and driving compliant, customer-focused outcomes across Council.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Provide administrative and coordination support across procurement and contract management activities.
• Assist with market research, supplier engagement, tender and quotation documentation, and evaluation processes.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, registers and systems in line with Council policies and legislative requirements.
• Collect, analyse and report on procurement data to support compliance, audit readiness and continuous improvement.
• Support procurement projects, initiatives, and the development of tools, templates and resources to build organisational capability.
• Deliver high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders, enhancing the overall customer experience.

You will have

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or extensive job-related experience.
• Demonstrated experience in administrative, coordination, or support roles, preferably within a procurement, contracts, finance, or corporate services environment
• Sound written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear documentation and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy, with the ability to manage records, process information, and follow established procedures.
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use digital systems and Microsoft Office applications, with the capacity to learn procurement and contract management systems.
• A proactive and willing approach to learning, with a demonstrated interest in developing a career in procurement and contract management.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and deliver a high standard of customer service.
• Demonstrated commitment to Council’s values.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $86,009 (Grade F, Step1) + 12% super.Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What’s on offer

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Alan Parker (Manager Procurement) at ***********@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at ***********@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.