About Cenitex 

Cenitex brings together the best technology and the best people to keep the Victorian Government operating, connected and working for the community 24/7. Our customers are at the centre of everything we do and our goal is to provide reliable, robust and contemporary services and technology so the departments, agencies and over 35,000 employees we work with, can deliver for the Victorian Public.

About the role

This newly created position is situated within a team critical to delivering upon Cenitex's procurement needs. This position will contribute to the ongoing procurement of ICT goods and services for Cenitex, supporting effective category management that maximises value for money in accordance with Victorian Government purchasing requirements.

As a Category Analyst you will provide support for the procurement of IT good and services, preparation and running of market activities. You will possess strong writing, drafting and communication skills and the desire to contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement practices and processes.

Responsibilities will include supporting market events including RFQs, undertaking contract management activities, and assist in the timely performance of purchasing activities, to deliver optimum outcomes for Cenitex. Further, in conjunction with the wider team, the role will assist in refining procurement practices and procedures.

About You

Your skills in executing timely and creative solutions to procurement activities will ensure success in this role. You will exhibit an ability to link commercial outcomes with the team's actions, based on your synthesis of market knowledge and internal data, as well as assist the Finance and Business Services department with information that supports their goals.

Ideally you will have a good understanding of procurement processes within government, the VGPB guidelines and a good working knowledge of the IT industry. You will be passionate about furthering your career in Procurement. You will pride yourself on your accountability and initiative, demonstrate a balanced approach to achieving compliance and results in a customer-centric manner, and be able to navigate various information systems and processes to enable you to hit the ground running.

Your strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to credibly communicate at all levels of the organisation; combined with your proactive and service orientated approach will see you excel in this role.

Further information

Commencing immediately, this is an excellent opportunity to further your career in IT procurement and make a distinct impact to a small, but important team.

All employment is subject to satisfactory National Police Record Check and the right to live and work in Australia.

For further information please contact Nikki Wampler (Recruitment Advisor) via email Cenitex.recruitment@Cenitex.vic.gov.au.  Applications will not be accepted through this email.

How to apply? Click the “Apply Now” field.

Applications will close 28 October 2018.

https://www.cenitex.vic.gov.au/