Procurement Officer

About the role

The Procurement Officer will join Mackay Regional Council’s Procurement team, providing specialist advice and supporting day‑to‑day purchasing activities. Reporting to the Procurement Operations Supervisor, you will ensure that all procurement processes are efficient, compliant and aligned with council policies and legislation.

Key responsibilities

• Provide procurement advice and guidance to Council staff.
• Process purchase requisitions in line with procurement policies.
• Maintain accurate records, contract coding and documentation.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Support supplier onboarding and compliance checks.
• Assist with procurement data analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify procurement solutions.
• Monitor outstanding orders and ensure timely processing.
• Liaise with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate and timely payments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and best‑practice procurement.

Required profile

• Willingness to undertake a Criminal History Check.
• Experience using procurement systems such as SAP, Finance One or CiAnywhere.
• Background in procurement operations within government, private or multi‑industry environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive matters professionally.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and analytical abilities.
• Sound knowledge of Queensland and local‑government procurement legislation.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel.
• Desirable: Certificate IV in Purchasing or a related qualification.

Required skills

• SAP
• Finance One
• CiAnywhere
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Base annual salary of $82,413 (permanent role).
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• 9‑day fortnight roster.
• Salary‑sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program and corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Employee Assistance Program, health and wellbeing initiatives, and active social clubs.