Procurement Business Partner

About Us 

The racing world is not just exciting, it brings communities together across the state. Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) is at the centre of this world and more than 24,000 people choose to join us in our quest to forge a sustainable future for racing in WA. 

As well as controlling thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing in Western Australia, RWWA operates the TAB which has more than 300 off-course retail outlets, a call centre and online betting services. 

Exciting opportunities await at our unique business! We prioritize values that drive success - respect, accountability, connection, and excellence. Join us in an environment where hard work is balanced with fun.

The Opportunity 

Salary: $89,000 - $95,000 p.a + super 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Procurement Business Partner to join our team. This role requires someone with abundant energy, a positive disposition, and exceptional business acumen. Are you ready to take on this exciting opportunity?

A day on the job will see you:

• Assisting business units develop Requests for Quote / Tender and Expressions  
• Sourcing responses to Tenders and Quotes (over $50k) from Tenders WA. 
• Responding requests for information from Suppliers during request processes.  
• Keeping up to date Tenders WA and internal Contract Management Systems and Document Control Systems. 
•  Assist Manager during Audits (internal and external).  
• Lead the process for evaluation of responses to quotes and tenders.  
• Making recommendations for the procurement of goods and services as per RWWA requirements.  
• Working with Team Leader and Manager to ensure procurement activities are delivered in a timely manner.  
• Assisting purchasers raise PO’s in line with budget and contract requirements.  
• Undertaking tasks as directed by Team Leader and Manager as required.  
• Ensuring procurement activities adhere to RWWA Procurement Policy and Framework.  
• Ensuring procurement activities adhere to State Government Rules and Legislation.  
• Providing advice to business units on procurement strategies.   

About You 

Ideally to be successful in this role you will need: 

• Tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or relevant area (desirable).  
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role  
• Understanding of procurement processes, policies, systems.   
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office suite and CMS.  
• Ability to prioritise, multitask and manage time efficiently.  
• Comfortable working in a team or by oneself.  
• Accurate with a high level of attention to detail.  
• Ability to analyse problems and provide strategies and advice to solve issues.  

What are you waiting for?

Apply now with your CV and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit for this opportunity.

For more information visit Careers at RWWA (smartrecruiters.com) or contact us at [email protected]

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening, which will include two reference checks, police clearance and Australian Working Rights check.

Please note this role is only open to applicants that hold Australian Working Rights, and we are unable to offer Work Sponsorship Visa's.

Additional benefits

• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements available 
• 17.5% loading on Annual Leave
• Personal learning and development budget
• Health and wellbeing programs to support you inside and out.
• Reward and Recognition Program

At Racing and Wagering WA, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and making reasonable adjustments in which everyone is included and treated fairly.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.     

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

                         Applications close Tuesday 12th November 2024