procurement specialist - brisbane 2032.

• Believe: We believe in the power of sport and the Australian spirit. Together, they unlock our limitless potential, grit, and heart to go further than we ever imagined.

• Belong: Everyone is welcome at our Games. Every person is celebrated, creating a playing field that’s fair, fun, and full of connection!

• Become: This is our moment. Our move. Together, we’ll harness the magic of the Games to become stronger and step boldly into an exciting new era.

As an ambitious and inclusive organisation - Brisbane 2032 offers a rare opportunity to contribute to the world's largest sporting event, the world's largest multicultural event, and the world's largest event for people with disability. It is a chance to showcase to the world what Australia has to offer. It is also a chance to celebrate the world’s oldest continuing living culture, Australia’s First Nations peoples, and to promote and further the cause of accessibility and opportunity for all.

As part of this application process, we encourage you to share your motivation to be part of the Olympic and Paralympic Games and your lived experience which will help you contribute to these Games.

About the Role

The Procurement Specialist will report to the Director of Procurement and play a key role in providing procurement and contracting support to Brisbane 2032. This position will be responsible for sourcing a diverse range of goods and services across multiple industry sectors and categories. In addition, the role will provide contract management support and advice to various functional areas of the organisation.

As part of a small but dedicated procurement team, the Procurement Specialist will need to be hands-on, adaptable, and ready to contribute across a broad range of procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end procurement support to all Brisbane 2032 functional areas.
• Support procurement planning and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Manage all aspects of end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFx development and compliance, leading commercial negotiations, and drafting key decision papers
• Lead contract negotiation and drafting, working closely with the Legal team on legal matters to execute approved contracts.
• Provide end-to-end contract management support across functional areas, including monitoring delivery, quality, costs, and risks, as well as handling variations, managing disputes, and overseeing contract close-outs.
• Directly manage contract performance for Corporate Services contracts or other contracts assigned to the Procurement function.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities, transactions, and contracts in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Support supplier management, customer engagement, and community engagement activities as required.
• Champion the Brisbane 2032 Values by fostering a respectful, safe, and inclusive team culture, while strictly upholding ethical standards, transparent governance, and all workplace policies.
  
  

Skills and Experience

• A strong team player, comfortable working in a small, collaborative team environment that will scale into a large and complex organisation.
• Experience in a relevant procurement function.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven commercial acumen, with strong negotiation skills and experience.
• Solid experience in contract management, including drafting, execution, and performance monitoring.
• Familiarity with the Queensland Government Procurement Policy is highly regarded.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and a process-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint).
  
  

To Apply

If you are a passionate and experienced procurement specialist, looking for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to contribute to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, we encourage you to apply.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Alexandria Howes directly at brisbane2032@randstad.com.au

Please apply with your updated resume and a 1-2 page suitability statement highlighting your experience in relation to the required skills and your own lived experience which is relevant to this opportunity. To send your application, please click "Apply Now" or follow the prompts provided. Applications close on 1st July 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We are committed to ensuring our application and recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best, please let us know.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.