Procurement & Tender Support Officer (Government)

DFP Recruitment; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DFP Recruitment is seeking a detail‑oriented Procurement Support Officer to join a busy government team in Cairns. The role focuses on procurement and purchasing support with full training provided, requiring strong data entry, MS Office proficiency, and careful attention to detail.

You will manage tenders to $250k, raise POs, handle RFQs, and ensure documentation and compliance across procurement processes in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Typing and data entry skills with accuracy
• Proficient use of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Good overall computer literacy and data management
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Exposure to procurement systems (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Manage tenders through IRIS up to 250,000
• Raise Purchase Orders and process adjustments in Ellipse
• Handle RFQs and coordinate offers
• Source pricing from SOA contractors
• Coordinate quote requests through RFO process
• Maintain procurement records and ensure compliance

Skills

Typing and data entry

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Critical thinking

Learn new systems

Professional communication

Tools

Ellipse

SAP

Job description

DFP Recruitment is seeking a detail‑oriented Procurement Support Officer to join a busy government team in Cairns. The role focuses on procurement and purchasing support with full training provided, requiring strong data entry, MS Office proficiency, and careful attention to detail.

You will manage tenders to $250k, raise POs, handle RFQs, and ensure documentation and compliance across procurement processes in a supportive team environment.