Senior Procurement Business Partner

Job Description

RWWA is a dynamic, versatile and commercial organisation that operates in meeting and furthering the needs of the racing and wagering industry in Western Australia. Our purpose is to ensure the long-term sustainability of the WA racing industry and we achieve this goal through being the controlling authority for the three racing codes of thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing in WA as well as incorporating wagering through the WA TAB. The impact of our industry is vast, with a strong customer base involved in racing and wagering each year. We are here for our people and for our animals, and proudly support our community and our sporting champions every day. At RWWA, we back ourselves and each other. We believe that together, as one team, we will make a positive and lasting difference for the WA community. Job Description About the Role We are in search of an experienced Senior Procurement Business Partner to support the Procurement Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the Procurement Business Partners. This role involves working closely with key stakeholders to drive Value for money Procurement & Contract Management Activities. Key accountabilities of the role include: Lead the Procurement Business Partner’s (PBP) in daily activities to deliver key outcomes for their assigned categories. Oversee and facilitate the innovation and integration of upgraded technologies and methodologies. Establish and monitor key performance indicators for procurement effectiveness. Drive a continuous improvement agenda, define high-level objectives and translate these into practical implementation strategies. Work with the Procurement Manager to identify capability gaps within the PBP team to develop the required skillsets to better serve the business in an Agile procurement environment. Provide excellent customer service to business unit teams. Conduct meetings with key stakeholders at all levels of assigned business units. Conduct Procurement & Contract Management Activities in accordance with relevant policies and frameworks. Assist business units with scoping activities in order to drive specified outcomes for the business. Develop Requests for Quote / Tender and Expressions of Interest programs. Source necessary goods and/or services for business units. Conduct market research to locate, evaluate and engage suitable suppliers or contractors on behalf of RWWA. Conduct various RFX programs when required in accordance with RWWA policies and procedures. Keep internal Contract Management & Document Control Systems up to date along with RWWA’s tender portal on Tenders WA. Assist Procurement Manager during Audits (internal and external). Work with Procurement Manager to ensure procurement activities are delivered in a timely manner. Undertake tasks as directed by Procurement Manager as required. Qualifications About You Tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Procurement, Contract Management, or relevant area (desirable but not mandatory). Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role. Experience in leading and mentoring team members. Demonstrated experience in a variety of category management roles (Desirable but not mandatory). Knowledge of procurement processes, policies, systems. Proficient computer skills including MS Office suite and CMS. Ability to prioritise, multitask and manage time efficiently. Demonstrate proficiency across domains of self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, social skill and motivation. Ability to manage an agile procurement team effectively and efficiently. Comfortable working autonomously. Accurate with a high level of attention to detail. Ability to analyse problems and provide strategies and advice to solve issues. Additional Information What are you waiting for? Apply now with your CV and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit for this opportunity. 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 do not offer Work Sponsorship Visa's. Additional benefits Hybrid and flexible work arrangements. 17.5% loading on Annual Leave. Personal learning and development budget. Health and wellbeing programs to support you inside and out. Maternity and Paternity leave entitlements. 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 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr