Procurement Support Officer

About the role

A Queensland Government organisation delivering essential services and supporting regional projects is looking for a Procurement Support Officer in Cairns. The role offers training and valuable administrative experience, with no previous procurement experience required. It is based in Parramatta Park, Cairns, and is offered on a temporary basis with a possible extension.

Key responsibilities

• Manage tender processes, including calling, evaluating and awarding tenders through the IRIS system for procurements up to $250,000
• Raise purchase orders and process adjustments through Ellipse
• Manage requests for quotation by sourcing pricing from contractors or requesting quotes through the request-for-offer process
• Complete accurate data entry and maintain procurement records
• Use Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel to support daily operations

Required profile

• Organised, proactive and comfortable working with computer systems and detailed information
• Accuracy, critical thinking and a willingness to learn new processes
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills, and resilience when priorities change
• Australian or New Zealand citizenship or an appropriate visa to live and work in Australia

Required skills

• Above-average typing and data entry skills
• Strong Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel skills
• Attention to detail and ability to spot errors or inconsistencies
• Experience with systems such as Ellipse or SAP is highly regarded; training is provided

What we offer

• Training provided, with no previous procurement experience required
• A varied role supporting tendering, purchasing and quotation processes
• The chance to work within a Queensland Government environment

A practical assessment may be required after a successful interview. Applications are made through the application button on the advert.