Procurement Specialist

Overview

Working with Proximity (an SPA Australia company)

Proximity is a leading provider of integrated consulting, legal and commercial services to government entities and large organisations. We recently joined forces with Systems Planning and Analysis (SPA) and are in the process of integrating our Australian teams. Proximity collaborates with its clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes. By creating an exceptional workplace culture, Proximity equips its people with the confidence and knowledge to find the 'right fit' solution for its clients' needs.

We're committed to ensuring a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people, no matter their identity, orientation, background or physical ability feel valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do and stand for, we are strengthening our culture and building our client advantage by being Genuine people, bringing a Bold Approach, and providing Helpful outcomes.

Proximity, part of the SPA Australia Group, is seeking a full-time Procurement Specialist with at least 5 years' experience in the federal government sector or a consulting firm to join our Canberra-based team.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role-ideal for someone eager to grow and thrive in a supportive, fast-paced environment, with the stability of a long-term, secure position in a growing company. We are all about building our teams, and currently we have opportunities f or the successful candidate to join our team of subject matter experts in procurement.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Use your stakeholder management skills and project documentation skills to achieve successful outcomes
• Plan and deliver our clients procurement activities
• Develop RFx documentation, support evaluations and contract negotiations that demonstrate value for money
• Support the provision of 'first line' probity advice to ensure ethical behaviour during procurement processes
• Inform and deliver upon project key milestones
• Work collaboratively to develop performance management methodologies that encourage strong performance
• Deliver and/or negotiate value-based outcomes for business areas
• Use contract and vendor management tools; manage risks and issues
• Be able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach in a dynamic environment

Qualifications

As a Proximity team member, your role is that of a trusted sidekick - helping our clients' teams succeed by embracing the complexity and sensitivity of commercial law issues and knowing how to be helpful in the context of the public sector environment.

To succeed in this role, y ou will need :

• Demonstrated experience in developing procurement documentation in consultation with stakeholders, using either Commonwealth panel arrangements and/or adhering to the Commonwealth Procurement Framework
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders
• Sound ICT Knowledge and understanding of procurement enabling programs
• Ideally you will have a Cert IV or higher qualification in Procurement and Contract Management
• Due to the nature of the work, you have an Australian security Clearance through AGSVA, or are an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain one

The Proximity Difference

We believe work should be a positive part of your life. It should challenge, engage, and support you in equal measure. By joining Proximity, you will enjoy:

• Flexible working options
• Health and wellbeing support
• Professional development
• Career progression pathways supporting your development and personal goals
• The chance to give back to your community by working with Proximity's not-for-profit partners

Culture matters

We're looking for people who live our Values. People who are:

• Tenacious. A can-do attitude, results-driven and dedicated to delivery
• Solution oriented. Think beyond the immediate questions and challenges and produce comprehensive solutions
• Client-first. Relationships matter. Listen, anticipate client needs
• Team players. Collegiate, share knowledge and build confidence in others
• Adaptable. Work through ambiguity or uncertainty

If you have a consulting background or an understanding of the commercial/private industry, and can thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment, I'd love to hear from you!

Plus, if you want to join a team of dedicated professionals who solve challenging problems and have fun doing it, you'll fit right in at Proximity! If this position interests you, please get in contact with Loretta Pabian, Senior Manager- People: careers@proximity.com.au