Temporary Procurement & Tender Specialist – Cairns

CBC Staff; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CBC Staff Selection in Cairns is seeking a Procurement Support Officer for a temporary AO3 government assignment. You’ll handle purchasing, tenders, quotations and procurement-related administrative tasks while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role suits detail-oriented professionals with strong data entry and MS Office skills, willing to learn procurement processes and adapt to different systems. Cairns-based, open to local candidates.

Qualifications

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong data entry and administrative skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Comfortable learning new procurement computer systems.
• Good organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Professional, customer-focused approach.
• Willingness to develop procurement knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Raise purchase orders and process PO adjustments.
• Support tender processes, including calls, evaluation and awards up to $250,000.
• Obtain pricing and quotations from contractors and suppliers.
• Process purchase orders, work orders and other orders for goods/services.
• Provide responsive customer service and procurement-related inquiries.
• Maintain accurate records and support procurement compliance.
• Assist with research, reporting and procurement projects.
• Provide general administrative and contract management support.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Computer systems

Organizational skills

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Tools

Ellipse

SAP

Job description

CBC Staff Selection in Cairns is seeking a Procurement Support Officer for a temporary AO3 government assignment. You’ll handle purchasing, tenders, quotations and procurement-related administrative tasks while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role suits detail-oriented professionals with strong data entry and MS Office skills, willing to learn procurement processes and adapt to different systems. Cairns-based, open to local candidates.