Senior Procurement Officer

City of Subiaco; Perth; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 5 weeks

Travel allowance or parking permit

Gym membership

Superannuation co-contributions

Parental leave 12 weeks

24/7 employee assistance program

Learning and development

Novated lease

Job summary

City of Subiaco is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Officer to lead procurement and contract management within a transforming organisation. The role focuses on developing and improving procurement frameworks, systems and documentation while ensuring compliance and alignment with organisational goals.

The position is a full-time maximum term 12-month contract based in Subiaco, WA, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience improving procurement and contract management outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain high-quality procurement documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on compliant procurement practices.
• Support tendering, RFQ, and contract award activities.
• Advise on contract management, performance monitoring, variations and extensions.
• Monitor market trends to inform procurement strategies.
• Maintain procurement processes, templates and documentation.
• Support procurement audits and continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement improvement

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Documentation excellence

Education

Procurement qualification

Tools

TechnologyOne ERP

Job description

About the Role

The City of Subiaco is going through a transformation with significant change and evolution in terms of residential options, the commercial sector, retail, entertainment, leisure and recreation. Navigating this change in partnership with the community, businesses and stakeholders, whilst also celebrating Subiaco’s heritage, history and culture is an exciting challenge.

The City of Subiaco is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Officer to join our team on a full-time maximum term 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in strengthening procurement and contract management practices while supporting the City's ongoing transformation and continuous improvement agenda. You will also play a key role in the ongoing development and improvement of the City's procurement frameworks, systems, processes and documentation, ensuring they remain practical, compliant and aligned with organisational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing advice and guidance on efficient, effective and compliant procurement practices.
• Supporting procurement activities including Requests for Tender, Requests for Quotation and contract awards.
• Providing advice on contract management, including performance monitoring, variations and extensions.
• Monitoring market trends and procurement best practice to inform effective approaches.
• Analysing internal procurement trends and data to identify opportunities for improved outcomes.
• Maintaining and improving procurement and contract management processes, documentation and templates.
• Ensuring procurement resources are practical, user-friendly, compliant and designed to attract quality suppliers and manage contemporary risks.
• Maintaining the procurement section of the staff intranet.
• Facilitating access to procurement and contract management training.
• Supporting appropriate procurement and contract record-keeping practices.
• Developing and conducting procurement audits to support compliance.
• Gathering stakeholder feedback to inform improvements to procurement processes, systems and templates.
• Supporting the delivery of a pipeline of procurement improvements and new ERP capabilities.
• Supporting the successful implementation of improvements through communication, updated documentation and training.
• Promoting a culture of excellent internal customer service and continuous improvement.
• Upholding and demonstrating the City's values and behaviours.

Further information about this position can be found on the position description, found with this advertisement on the City's website.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience improving procurement and contract management outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining high-quality documentation and providing procurement support.
• Experience supporting organisational change and implementing improvements.
• Well-developed written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and delivering practical solutions

Desirable

• Experience using TechnologyOne (ERP).
• Experience working in Local Government procurement.
• Relevant qualifications in procurement or a related discipline

Salary Package

In line with the City of Subiaco Inside Staff Industrial Agreement 2025, this position is classified as a Level 7. The salary range is $114,959.52 to $123,193.98 per annum, exclusive of superannuation.

Working for the City of Subiaco

The City of Subiaco’s culture is community-focused, collaborative, inclusive and safety-oriented. On joining the team, you’ll receive great benefits, including training and development opportunities to expand your talents. Whether you’re located in an office or out in the field, everyone who works at the City reflects the values of Supportive, United, Bold and Impactful.

• Up to 5 weeks annual leave plus the option to accrue time in lieu.
• Sustainable travel allowance, or a parking permit.
• Free membership to Lords Recreation Centre.
• Superannuation co-contributions.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Novated lease and salary packaging options.

As an equal opportunity employer, people of diverse backgrounds, genders, cultures, differing abilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply. We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment in which everyone is included and treated fairly with respect.

Closing Date

Wednesday 21 October 2026. The City of Subiaco reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the commencement date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early. If you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.