Manager Contracts and Procurement

Manager Contracts and Procurement | Gladstone Regional Council | Calliope

• Key leadership position in the efficient delivery of contracts and procurement

• Unique variety of large projects

• Total Remuneration: $194 - $215k TRP

Gladstone Regional Council is seeking an experienced and highly engaged Manager Contracts and Procurement to join the team.   The Manager Contracts and Procurement role is crucial for the Gladstone Regional Council and its community, ensuring efficient resource utilisation through centralised procurement. Leading procurement efforts, the manager ensures consistency, cost-effectiveness and efficiency while maximising supplier value. Overseeing end-to-end procurement and team management, they maintain adherence to processes, foster transparency and mitigate risks, safeguarding resources for the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire and build team alignment by modelling excellence, encouraging individual accountability and ensuring engagement.

• Lead a strategic approach to procurement and contracting activities, ensuring value for money, quality, effective supplier management and internal customer satisfaction.

• Develop, maintain and continuously improve procurement processes.

• Ensure ethical and transparent governance of all procurement and tendering activities, as well as manage probity and take a proactive approach to procurement and contractual risks.

• Elevate procurement activities beyond the transactional level by being proactive and finding synergies and efficiencies in significant capital works programs.

• Develop and implement innovative solutions for procurement challenges and opportunities.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

• Post Graduate Qualification in a related discipline

• Strong experience in the management of contract and procurement functions

• Advanced negotiation capability

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in local government will be highly regarded.

Working and Living in the Region

Living in the Gladstone, Queensland region offers a unique blend of coastal beauty, modern convenience and natural wonders. Residents enjoy access to stunning beaches, picturesque parks and the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Gladstone provides an attractive destination for families, professionals and nature enthusiasts alike.

How to Apply

Please download the candidate information package to view the position description and selection criteria before submitting your application.
Applications will close when suitably skilled and qualified candidates have been identified.