Introduction About Icon Water Icon Water is an iconic Canberra business with a history of providing essential services to Canberra for over 100 years. We are the ACT’s supplier of essential water and wastewater services and have proudly served our community for over 100 years – sourcing, treating and supplying water, and managing Canberra’s wastewater network. Our work is essential to the health, prosperity and liveability of the region, and we are committed to environmental, social and financial sustainability in everything we do. Icon Water is a purpose driven organisation where everyone contributes to our core business, ensuring high quality drinking water and sustainable wastewater treatment. Icon Water’s culture is driven by our values of care, connection, community and courage. These are values we see in action every day as we challenge ourselves to meet the expectations of our community. Description Are you ready to be part of a team that keeps the heart of Canberra flowing? Join Icon Water – Make a Difference in Canberra’s Essential Services! What We’re Looking For: We are looking for a suitable candidate to join the Legal and Procurement Branch. The Legal and Procurement Branch is responsible for the provision and sourcing of legal and procurement advice, and the maintenance of the legal and procurement frameworks. About this role: The primary role of the Procurement Specialist is to provide practical support to the organisation in relation to procurement activities including identifying and implementing new initiatives and improvements that align with better practice and facilitate the business achieving their outcomes. Responsibilities of this role: The key responsibilities of this role include: Provide support, guidance, advice and mentoring on best procurement practise to Icon Water’s business units to ensure application and embedding of consistent processes and compliance with the Procurement Framework, ensuring value for money. Advise, review, and assist on a range of RFx’s; preparation, evaluation, contract negotiations and procurement enquiries. Acquire and effectively apply procurement and contract management activities/skills and knowledge. Work independently and within a small team that operates in a complex and dynamic environment with competing priorities and timeframes. Consult with Icon Water’s business units to become a trusted advisor, developing and providing input into recommended short, medium, and long-term procurement plans and strategies. Identify and implement ideas for improvement in procurement and contract management practices to resolve problems, enhance business results and facilitate Icon Water achieving its outcomes. Ensure Icon Water procurement data (including the procurement and contracts register) on contract performance and management, and benchmarking and analysis of supplier is captured. Identify ongoing procurement savings on a category management basis. Supervise Procurement Advisors and assisting the Team Leader Procurement. Assist in procurement audits, as and when required. Who we are looking for: We are looking for suitable candidates with the following qualifications, knowledge and experience: Minimum of 5 years previous experience in procurement desirable Extensive hands on experience in procurement processes, including RFx preparation, evaluation and contract negotiation Qualification in procurement highly desirable Other qualifications in a business, legal or finance related discipline desirable To find out more about the role you can view the detailed Position Description on the Icon Water Careers Portal . You can also contact Ilze.kemp@iconwater.com.au via email for further information or by Phone on 02 6180 6062. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your claims for this position through our Careers Portal. If you’re ready to make a real impact and be part of a company that values your expertise, apply now.
