Tech Commercial Officer - Procurement & Contracts (12M)

2287; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working arrangement

25% school fee discount

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) is seeking a commercially focused Commercial Officer to support People and Technology planning. The role involves coordinating procurement activities, administering contracts and licences, and supporting financial planning within a complex education environment.

You will report to the Commercial Manager and work with stakeholders and suppliers to deliver value-for-money outcomes while ensuring CSPD policies and processes are followed.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating procurement activities across the sourcing lifecycle, preferably within an IT or technology environment.
• Experience administering supplier agreements and contracts throughout their lifecycle.
• Ability to interpret and clearly explain contract requirements, terms and conditions.
• Working knowledge of procurement, contract management and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, administrative and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Effective communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• A collaborative approach and a strong sense of responsibility and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial management activities for technology platforms, including cost analysis, forecasting and budgeting.
• Support procurement activities for software, hardware and professional services.
• Review documentation accompanying purchase requisitions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Raise purchase requisitions and coordinate the receipting of invoices.
• Administer technology contracts, licences and supplier agreements throughout their lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate contract and procurement records in line with approved processes.
• Interpret and communicate contract requirements, terms and conditions to stakeholders.
• Monitor contract performance and identify commercial risks.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of procurement, vendor and contract management guidelines.
• Build effective working relationships with stakeholders and suppliers across the organisation.
• Contribute to the delivery of strategic initiatives and operational plans.

Skills

Procurement coordination

Contract management

Contract interpretation

Compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Record keeping

Planning skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Job description

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) is seeking a commercially focused Commercial Officer to support People and Technology planning. The role involves coordinating procurement activities, administering contracts and licences, and supporting financial planning within a complex education environment.

You will report to the Commercial Manager and work with stakeholders and suppliers to deliver value-for-money outcomes while ensuring CSPD policies and processes are followed.