Who's hiring?
  
Known as one of the world's most beloved areas, earning the title of "special place," the Adelaide Hills Council represents, advocates for, and delivers crucial services for and on behalf of the community. It’s a magnificent place to live, work, and visit with its stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and welcoming community. 
  
We could tell you more about our Council and our services that support our community to thrive, but if you're reading this job ad, you're probably more interested in hearing about what makes our Council the right fit for you. Well, let us tell you—we're not just about bureaucracy or ticking boxes at the Adelaide Hills Council. We're about people. We're about community. As an employer, we offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible work practices, income protection insurance, and—get this—we genuinely want you to enjoy your work. If that sounds like the kind of workplace for you and you have procurement experience, we'd love to share more about our exciting Procurement Coordinator role with you.
  
So, what's the role?
  
We're seeking an experienced Procurement Coordinator to bolster our procurement processes and shape the future of sustainable procurement practices within our council. As our Procurement Coordinator, you'll be the key link connecting the council with suppliers and stakeholders, providing advice and support on procurement matters. Working within Corporate Services, your role will involve developing processes that align with our sustainability objectives, enabling us to make tangible progress towards our goals. 
  
Here’s what a typical day might look like as our Procurement Coordinator:

• Engaging with stakeholders to understand and address their procurement needs
• Procuring insurance services and overseeing the procurement module
• Championing the development of sustainable procurement practices
• Negotiating contracts and managing tendering processes
• Partnering with internal departments to streamline procurement processes and drive efficiencies.  

Enough about us—let's talk about whether this role is for you!
  
If you're someone with procurement experience who loves tackling challenges and driving sustainable practices, then this could be the role for you.
  
To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• Solid experience in procurement, including contract negotiations and tendering processes (we’d love to hear that you’ve managed a variety of contracts).
• Ideally, previous experience in local government procurement is preferred, but not essential (you're still welcome to apply even without local government procurement experience—we value diverse professional backgrounds).
• Demonstrated success in implementing sustainable procurement practices and knowledge of ISO 20400 'Sustainable Procurement' will be considered a huge asset, however is not essential.   

What’s in it for you?
  
Here's what you can expect from the Adelaide Hills Council: 

• One of the best offices in South Australia, surrounded by leafy scenery and vibrant communities, creating an inspiring work environment.
• Flexible work arrangements, including flexi-time options
• Opportunity to shape and lead sustainable procurement initiatives, allowing you to make the role your own and drive meaningful change.
• Training and development opportunities to support your professional growth
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Genuine opportunities to make a positive impact in the community.

  
How to apply?
  
Ready to join our team? Got a few questions and want to chat with someone about the role? Get started by submitting your application below. For a confidential discussion about the opportunity, please don't hesitate to call Melanie Mansfield at Mansfield & Co on 0411 471 822.