Coordinator, Procurement & Contracts

• A switched on role with flexibility
• Full time, permanent role
• $94,283 + 12% superannuation

About the Opportunity

As part of the Finance & Procurement team, the Coordinator, Procurement & Contracts plays an important role in supporting the smooth and efficient delivery of procurement activities across Council. This role works closely with the Strategic Procurement & Contracts Advisors and stakeholders across the organisation to help plan, coordinate and deliver procurement processes that align with organisational priorities.

You’ll be involved across the full procurement life cycle, from developing Procurement Plans and preparing sourcing documentation, through to coordinating evaluations and supporting contract development and execution. The role is central to ensuring processes are well-managed, compliant and delivered with integrity, while also identifying opportunities to improve process efficiency and procurement outcomes.

A key part of the role is working with stakeholders to coordinate evaluation activities, support fair and transparent decision-making, and maintain accurate documentation throughout the procurement process. You’ll also contribute to contract handovers and support contract management activities, including performance tracking and reporting.

Alongside this, you’ll help maintain systems and records and provide general administrative and reporting support to the Procurement team. You’ll be part of a collaborative team environment, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and helping refine processes over time.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys structured work, attention to detail and working with others to keep things moving. You’ll help ensure procurement activities are delivered efficiently, compliantly and with positive outcomes for Council.

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About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Knowledge and experience in procurement and contract administration, project management, legal or commercial business management.
• Experience in running procurement evaluation processes.
• Experience as a procurement officer.
• Ability to prioritise conflicting demands, an ability to perform duties with minimum supervision, work under pressure and to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to follow work instructions, interpret and apply procurement policy and operating guidelines.
• Ability to display flexibility, initiative and the use of discretion in daily service delivery.
• Ability to build positive relationships and consult and communicate with people at all levels, prospective suppliers, contractors, both verbally and in writing. The ability to build and maintain cross program relationships.

Please note, this position is centred on procurement and contracts administration, including sourcing, evaluations and governance activities. Experience limited to warehousing, logistics or operational supply chain roles may not align with the requirements of this position.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference.  We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Simon Cope on 08 8203 7274.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Simon Cope, Manager, Procurement & Contract Management. Please ensure you include a cover letter with your application, as incomplete applications may not be considered.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close at 11.59pm, 4 June 2026.

Please be advised this is a full time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 5 Classification commencing at $94,283 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au.