Procurement Specialist - Remote Opportunity
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team in a remote capacity. This role offers real influence and the opportunity to build and lead our procurement function from the ground up. As a Procurement Specialist, you will shape frameworks, systems, and supplier partnerships that support efficient, ethical, and value-driven purchasing across the business.
What You'll Do
- Establish and lead a Group-wide procurement framework, including policies, governance, compliance, and ethical sourcing.
- Drive strategic sourcing, tenders, and contract negotiations to deliver cost savings and value.
- Oversee fleet management through an external lease provider, ensuring compliance, optimization, and accurate reporting.
- Implement and improve procurement systems, processes, and reporting to support efficient purchasing and decision-making.
- Partner with stakeholders and suppliers, providing guidance, training, and strong vendor management.
Requirements
- 3–5 years’ experience in procurement or supply chain management with strong knowledge of best practices, contract management, and compliance.
- Experience managing fleet operations or working with external lease providers.
- Proven negotiation, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience establishing procurement functions or frameworks, with knowledge of legislation and ethical sourcing principles.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Procurement & Contract Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or Finance.
- Experience supporting governance, risk, and compliance within a growing organization.
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card) - or willingness to obtain.
- Working with Children Check (Blue Card) - or willingness to obtain.
- NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate (or willingness to complete via the NDIS Commission portal).
What We Offer
- Work-from-home opportunities to support work–life balance (after your probation period).
- Maximize your take-home pay with up to $15,900 tax-free and $2,650 for meals and entertainment, plus novated leasing options through NFP salary packaging.
- Access to exclusive employee discounts on shopping, dining, travel, and more.
- Opportunity to build and shape a Group-wide procurement function.
- High visibility and genuine influence across the organization.
This Procurement Specialist role offers a unique opportunity to build a procurement function remotely while enjoying competitive pay and significant influence within the organization.
Who Will Succeed Here
Proficient in using procurement software tools such as SAP Ariba or Coupa, facilitating efficient vendor management and contract tracking.
Highly adaptable with a strong self-motivated mindset, thriving in a remote work environment and effectively managing time to meet deadlines without direct supervision.
Experienced in developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with compliance regulations and ethical sourcing practices, ensuring value-driven purchasing decisions.
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