Sourcing Specialist

At Western Power we are one team with a shared purpose… working towards our vision for a cleaner energy future! We are seeking a Sourcing Specialist to join us at our CBD office on a permanent full-time basis.

Your role

You will be responsible for medium/high risk source to contract activities to achieve the best commercial outcome for Western Power. This includes sourcing strategy development and execution, issuing tenders to the market, reviewing and evaluating tenders, commercial and financial assessment, negotiation, recommendation for award and execution of commercial arrangements.

What you'll bring to the team

• Degree qualified in Procurement, Contract, Business, Finance and/or related discipline and/or suitable demonstrated experience
• Sound knowledge & experience in developing and executing sourcing strategies to generate value, tender management and procurement
• Demonstrated strong knowledge and experience in related legislation and regulations
• Strong understanding of risk and compliance management and its application with respect to procurement

Why work with us?

• Competitive salary + 11% Superannuation
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance.
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits program.
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce.
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, discounted health insurance and gym membership

Our commitment to Diversity

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

How to Apply

Submit your application and be added to our Talent Pools by clicking the ‘apply’ button, if you have the skills and are committed to our values… we will find a place for you!

Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.

Applications close on 27 September 2023.