Procurement Advisor

at  Unitywater

• Work with a fantastic team of dedicated people in a dynamic role.
• We offer flexibility and a hybrid work model.
• Join an organization that contributes to keeping our communities healthier.

ABOUT US:

At Unitywater, we operate in a diverse and inclusive environment where no two days are the same. We provide essential water supply and reliable utilities services to the Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions that account for 16% of Queensland’s population. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to service our communities with smart and environmentally sustainable practices.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a valuable addition to the Unitywater Procurement Operations team, you will be responsible for capturing, enabling and sustaining value by; sourcing goods and services, contract management activities, supporting and coaching the business in purchasing activities and transactions, ensuring suppliers are paid on time and maintaining accurate records.
Deliver consistent, optimised fit for purpose outcomes in cooperation and collaboration, to continue the optimisation journey of; the Procurement function, and the outcomes that are delivered for Unitywater.
Key functions of the role include:

To contribute to Unitywater’s values of Reliability, Safety, Honesty & Integrity, Efficiency, One Team, Innovation, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:

• Well-developed interpersonal and relationship management skills with a demonstrated ability to participate as part of a team, sharing information and supporting others and contributing to a positive work environment.
• Proven experience in providing procurement and supply chain support demonstrating judgement, initiative, accuracy, and discretion in performance of duties within a large organisation operating in a dynamic environment.
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills with the ability to work independently, prioritise and coordinate a range of tasks, and maintain energy and resilience to see projects through to close.
• Proven ability to work as an effective, positive team member, in an environment that practices skill sharing and job and/or task rotation.
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and effectively articulate problems and to recommend innovative solutions.
• Desirable; Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply membership or equivalent and qualifications at an appropriate level, catalogue management experience