Coordinator Strategic Sourcing (10096)
Job No:
CHR10459
Location:
Emerald
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Emerald
Directorate: Corporate Services
Remuneration: Stream A Level 7: $130.53806 - 137,273.20 per annum inclusive of superannuation and locality allowance
About the Role
As Coordinator Strategic Sourcing, you will be responsible for the efficient and effective coordination of Council’s procurement, purchasing, contracting, and stores functions. You will play a key leadership role in developing a strategic, regionally coordinated procurement function that supports Council’s operational and community objectives.
Reporting to the Manager Procurement & Legal, this role provides expert guidance across the organisation, ensures legislative compliance, and builds procurement capability through leadership, systems improvement, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate Council’s procurement, purchasing, contracting, and stores functions
- Develop and implement procurement policies, guidelines, and internal controls
- Ensure compliance with the Local Government Act, Regulations, Australian Accounting Standards, and relevant taxation legislation
- Streamline procurement and contracting processes to improve efficiency and governance
- Ensure systems effectively support procurement policy and legislative compliance
- Build organisational capability through education, advice, and practical support
- Lead, motivate, and develop the procurement team to deliver service excellence
- Promote a culture of positive compliance and continuous improvement
- Actively contribute to workplace health and safety and Council’s values
About You
You are a confident and credible procurement professional with strong leadership capability and a collaborative approach. You bring a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills.
Mandatory requirements include:
- Demonstrated extensive experience in procurement, tendering, and contract management
- Sound knowledge of statutory procurement and contracting requirements
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict management skills
- Highly developed written communication skills, including preparation of tenders and contracts
- Effective organisational and time management skills
- High level of competency in the Microsoft Office Suite
- Tertiary qualifications in procurement and supply chain management (or equivalent experience)
- Current Queensland C class (minimum provisional) driver licence
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a progressive council committed to sustainability and community investment.
- Lead impactful projects that shape the future of our region.
- Enjoy a collaborative culture built on respect, integrity, and accountability.
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
Benefits Include:
- A generous superannuation scheme - 14.25% Contribution
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Fortnightly RDO’s
- Annual uniform allocation
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training and Development opportunities available
To apply for this position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position and addressing the key selection criteria
- Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
- Right to Work in Australia
- Criminal History Check
- Medical Assessment
- Reference and qualification checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: 5pm, Wednesday 22nd April 2026
