Position number: Pool Ref 219264Work type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: Perth CBDThis recruitment pool will run for a period of twelve months and may be used to fill ongoing permanent opportunities.Currently, there is one permanent position available for immediate filling.If you want a challenge and diversity in procurement, this is the job for you.About JusticeWhen you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.About the roleThis role involves:Providing leadership to the procurement team that supports a professional procurement and contracting advisory service.Undertaking procurement planning and policy development and providing evaluation and recommendations on strategic policy that assists in defining business needs.Coordinating a central register of resource information on purchasing and contract management and continual assessment of compliance against government contract requirements.Communicating and developing relationships with key internal and external clients and key stakeholders and negotiating on behalf of the Department on complex contractual matters.Ongoing analysis of complex information and providing procurement solutions to issues and developing contract opportunities to maximise value for money across all branches within the Department.To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector, you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.Benefits and opportunitiesFlexible working arrangementsCareer pathway opportunitiesLearning and development opportunity programsApplication processHow to applyPlease ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.We require you to submit:Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.Contact details of two (2) work related referees.A one-page statement addressing your suitability for the role in the context of the first three (3) Essential Selection Criteria listed in the JDF. Please provide examples to support your claims.All remaining Essential Selection Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.Pool RecruitmentThis pool will be open for a period of twelve months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, full-time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.Equity and diversityThe Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups.Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the 'Further Information' section or contact or call for a confidential discussion.For further job-related informationIf you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Mark Corbett, Assistant Director, Procurement and Contract Services on for a confidential discussion.Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this advertisement.Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.