Principal Procurement Officer

About the role

The Principal Procurement Officer provides strategic and tactical analysis, procurement planning and category management for the Department. This senior position supports internal stakeholders and a network of procurement officers across Queensland.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver strategic and tactical analysis, procurement planning, category management and strategy development for departmental business groups.
• Lead tender management from planning through contract award, administration and ongoing contract management.
• Prepare procurement correspondence, give advice to stakeholders and exercise procurement authorisation.
• Initiate and project‑manage reviews of procurement systems and processes, recommending improvements.
• Contribute professional input to the development of departmental procurement policies, systems and procedures.
• Enhance the capability and profile of procurement within the department and mentor purchasing staff.

Required profile

• Knowledge and experience applying procurement policies, procedures or frameworks, preferably in a government or public‑sector environment.
• Level 3 Procurement Certification (Diploma in Government – Procurement and Contracting) or equivalent.

Required skills

What we offer

• Flexible working options to support work‑life balance.
• Salary sacrificing options and competitive superannuation.
• Generous leave benefits across the Queensland public sector.
• Confidential employee assistance program for you and your family.
• White Ribbon accredited workplace committed to preventing violence against women.