ICT Procurement Specialist

The ICT Procurement Specialist will work across several sections to support ICT sourcing and the delivery of procurement activities. The role will provide procurement advice, manage vendor engagement and relationships, and support business areas through procurement planning, sourcing, evaluation, negotiation and contract establishment. Key duties and responsibilities Provision of Specified Personnel on a time and materials basis to undertake tasks at the that include, but are not limited to, the following: Manage end to end procurement process on behalf of business areas within Health Assist in ensuring that Digital Procurement activities are managed in compliance with the legislation and policies including the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act and Commonwealth Procurement Rules; Liaise with business areas to clarify requirements, advise on procurement approaches and progress procurement requests. Provide procurement advice to various stakeholders Research and prepare procurement advice, sourcing options and reports to support informed decision-making and procurement planning. Develop and manage ICT procurement activities, including procurement planning, sourcing documentation, evaluation, negotiation and contract establishment. Identify and address procurement risks and complex sourcing or commercial issues, providing timely advice to stakeholders. Assist in negotiations with vendors and key stakeholders on pricing, commercial terms and procurement outcomes. Manage vendor relationships and support procurement governance across sourcing activities Support contract establishment and handover to the responsible business area or contract manager, including the transfer of procurement records, agreed terms and key obligations. Coordinate and progress procurement-related financial approvals through SAP when required. Provide ongoing visibility to the Director via reporting Develop and improve procurement practices, systems and procedures to support efficient, consistent and well-documented procurement outcomes. Contribute towards knowledge and skills transfer Undertake additional tasks as directed Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a response to each criterion. Each response is limited to 3000 characters. Essential criteria 1. Extent to which the candidate's CV meets the Department's requirements as outlined within the key duties and responsibilities. Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 2 candidates Number of sellers invited Between 5 and 10 Number of candidates submitted Fewer than 10 RFQ closing time 00 Weeks 04 Days 12 Hours Send us feedback About Accessibility Privacy Terms of use Disclaimer and copyright An initiative of the Digital Transformation Agency The Australian Government acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present. © Commonwealth of Australia