Role – Procurement Systems Specialist
- Join a dynamic, diverse and high performing team in an exciting time of growth.
- Parramatta base location – with flexible/hybrid working site.
- Full time permanent role
- $125,288.22 base salary plus superannuation!
- Proudly making a difference to establishing a best-in-class, customer centred, client organisation
At Sydney Water, we’re passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities.
About us
We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.
About the role
The Procurement Systems Specialist is key in the contribution of Procurement Effectiveness by shaping and delivering Procurement systems strategy. In this role you will deliver scalable solutions through optimisation, simplification and by leveraging technology and automation.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Interact with and support stakeholders when undertaking procurement activities using systems and processes.
- Promote the use of Procurement systems.
- Leverage Procurement systems functionality to implement best-in-class Procurement processes.
- Enable Procurement systems in becoming source of truth for Procurement data and information.
- Review processes to improve performance through systems automation and better end-to-end alignment
- Interpret and understand business requirements and work closely with Digital Services and Finance Systems to develop system related enhancements for process improvement
- Manage the building of training materials and delivery of ongoing systems training across the business, and with suppliers
- Develop effective new systems implementation process to ensure a smooth transition process and benefits delivery
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex system related issues that have been escalated from Finance Systems to ensuring minimal or no disruption is incurred by the business
What’s in it for you.
- Flexible/Hybrid working.
- Parking options available
- Childcare allowances
- Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave.
- Novated lease options
- Fitness Passport offering access to hundreds of gyms and pools around NSW.
- Flu vaccinations and discounted options on health insurance membership providers
About you
- Relevant degree qualification (e.g. Procurement, Information Technology, , Finance, Business) or experience deemed equivalent
- Extensive knowledge of Procurement systems and major ERP systems such as Ariba, SAP S4 Hana.
- Sound knowledge of reporting, data, and analytics.
- Sound understanding of Procurement process including but not limited to supplier lifecycle management, source-to-contract (S2C), procure-to-pay (P2P), and contract management processes.
- Leads systems, data and process changes that delivers strong business results and meets SWC future needs and requirements.
- Leverages knowledge and experience of Procurement systems, process, and data to drive organisational innovation and enhanced business outcomes.
Does this sound like you? Apply now.
We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need.
Closing date: 28 August 2024
Please see the position description for the role's full accountabilities.
You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information, you can contact Angela.Nguyen@sydneywater.com.au
Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process.
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We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, sex or culture. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.
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