Band 6, $93,538 +super + monthly day off!Hybrid work model, Officer Location Full time Maximum term (7th May 2027) Make a meaningful contribution to outcomes that benefit the wider community Join a collaborative and professional team that values expertise, integrity and partnership Work in a role that blends strategy, analysis and hands‑on delivery About Us   As one of Victoria’s fastest‑growing municipalities, Cardinia Shire Council is an innovative and community‑focused organisation committed to delivering high‑quality services for our residents. We’re driven by curiosity, continuous improvement, and a genuine passion for creating a thriving, connected, and sustainable place to live and work. We’re invested in our people and champion a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, learning is encouraged, and your contribution has real impact. If you’re motivated, community‑minded, and looking to build a meaningful career in local government, you’ll find opportunity and purpose here at Cardinia About the opportunity – This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to partner with internal stakeholders and lead high‑quality tendering and procurement outcomes that deliver real value to the community. As a Procurement Business Partner, you will play a critical advisory role, influencing planning, improving compliance and driving sustainable, value‑for‑money decisions across Council. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a complex environment and enjoys balancing strategy, data and hands‑on procurement delivery. You will make an impact by Providing end‑to‑end procurement and tendering support across assigned business units Leading full tender processes, including documentation development, evaluation, award and contract execution Partnering proactively with stakeholders to influence procurement planning and strategies early in the cycle Monitoring procurement compliance and supporting continuous improvement across the procure‑to‑pay process Delivering procurement data analysis and insights to identify savings, manage risk and optimise supplier performance What you will bring Demonstrated and proven experience in public‑sector or large‑scale tendering (essential) Strong knowledge of procurement policies, procedures and relevant legislation Experience providing strategic, evidence‑based procurement advice that supports informed decision‑making Proven capability in end‑to‑end procurement, including contracts and supplier engagement Strong analytical skills, with experience in spend analysis, compliance monitoring and reporting Ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgement and manage competing priorities High levels of professionalism, discretion and integrity Why work with us  Activity based and hybrid work model.  Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  To apply  Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  Applications close, 24th April 2026 For further information regarding the role Abbey McKenzie, Coordinator - Procurement and Accounts Payable on 03 5943 4677 or refer to the position description.  Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.  Position Description AUD Officer 3809

Procurement Business Partner

Band 6, $93,538 +super + monthly day off!
Hybrid work model, Officer Location
Full time Maximum term (7th May 2027)
Make a meaningful contribution to outcomes that benefit the wider community
Join a collaborative and professional team that values expertise, integrity and partnership
Work in a role that blends strategy, analysis and hands‑on delivery

About Us  

As one of Victoria’s fastest‑growing municipalities, Cardinia Shire Council is an innovative and community‑focused organisation committed to delivering high‑quality services for our residents. We’re driven by curiosity, continuous improvement, and a genuine passion for creating a thriving, connected, and sustainable place to live and work.

We’re invested in our people and champion a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, learning is encouraged, and your contribution has real impact. If you’re motivated, community‑minded, and looking to build a meaningful career in local government, you’ll find opportunity and purpose here at Cardinia

About the opportunity – This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to partner with internal stakeholders and lead high‑quality tendering and procurement outcomes that deliver real value to the community. As a Procurement Business Partner, you will play a critical advisory role, influencing planning, improving compliance and driving sustainable, value‑for‑money decisions across Council. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a complex environment and enjoys balancing strategy, data and hands‑on procurement delivery.

You will make an impact by

Providing end‑to‑end procurement and tendering support across assigned business units
Leading full tender processes, including documentation development, evaluation, award and contract execution
Partnering proactively with stakeholders to influence procurement planning and strategies early in the cycle
Monitoring procurement compliance and supporting continuous improvement across the procure‑to‑pay process
Delivering procurement data analysis and insights to identify savings, manage risk and optimise supplier performance

What you will bring

Demonstrated and proven experience in public‑sector or large‑scale tendering (essential)
Strong knowledge of procurement policies, procedures and relevant legislation
Experience providing strategic, evidence‑based procurement advice that supports informed decision‑making
Proven capability in end‑to‑end procurement, including contracts and supplier engagement
Strong analytical skills, with experience in spend analysis, compliance monitoring and reporting
Ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgement and manage competing priorities
High levels of professionalism, discretion and integrity

Why work with us 

Activity based and hybrid work model. 
Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community. 
Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives. 
A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community. 
A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being. 
Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.

To apply 

Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role. 
Applications close, 24th April 2026
For further information regarding the role Abbey McKenzie, Coordinator - Procurement and Accounts Payable on 03 5943 4677 or refer to the position description.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624. 

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role. 

Position Description

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