Contracts Officer

6-month temporary Contracts Officer opportunity within government.

Your new company
A government organisation is seeking a Contracts/Purchasing Officer to join their team on an immediate-start 6-month temporary contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administration or procurement professional looking to gain exposure to purchasing and contract support functions in a fast-paced environment.
Your new role
Reporting to the Procurement team, your responsibilities will include:

• Raising requisitions and purchase orders through Oracle/iProc
• Liaising with suppliers to obtain quotations and pricing information
• Maintaining accurate purchasing records and documentation
• Performing data entry and updating procurement information in Excel spreadsheets
• Assisting with the administration of purchasing and contract processes
• Providing general procurement and administrative support as required.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Previous procurement, purchasing or contract experience within a government health environment
• Government health experience is essential for this position
• Experience using Oracle, iProc or similar ERP systems
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with suppliers and stakeholders
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently

What you'll get in return

• Immediate start available
• Initial 6-month temporary contract
• Opportunity to gain valuable procurement and purchasing experience
• Supportive team environment
• Competitive hourly rate

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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