Procurement & Contract Administration Support Partner

Procurement & Contract Administration Support Partner
6 month casual contract
Located in Preston
ASAP start
Full time hours

About the Company
We are working with a well-respected local council based in Preston, dedicated to delivering vital community services and maintaining transparent, efficient governance. The council is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and ensuring their procurement and contract management processes align with best practices, legislation, and community needs. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team focused on making a positive impact at the local level.
About the Role
On behalf of the Preston City Council, we are seeking a Procurement & Contracts Support Partner for a six-month contract. This role has been created to help streamline procurement activities, support contract administration, and promote continuous improvement across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a key part in managing contracts, providing training and guidance, and ensuring compliance with relevant policies and legislation. If you are passionate about public sector procurement and enjoy working behind the scenes to bring about positive change, this might be the perfect opportunity for you!
Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the full lifecycle of contracts from award to completion
• Monitoring contract activities to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and legislation
• Providing procurement guidance and delivering training to council staff
• Supporting and maintaining the Council’s Contract Management System (CMS)
• Developing and producing reports on procurement and contract performance
• Assisting with procurement projects and process improvements
• Ensuring purchasing activities are compliant with legislative and policy requirements
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external suppliers
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes

About You
The ideal candidate will bring a blend of experience, skills, and attributes such as:

• Proven experience in public sector procurement, tendering, and contract management
• Knowledge of local council practices and relevant legislation (desirable)
• Experience with procurement systems, processes, and best practices
• Excellent written communication skills for preparing tender and contractual documentation
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail, particularly around spend and compliance
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, self-motivated, and solution-oriented mindset
• A commitment to integrity, transparency, and customer service excellence

This is a fantastic chance to contribute to local government operations, develop your procurement expertise, and be part of a supportive and inclusive team. If you’re passionate about making a difference through effective procurement practices, we encourage you to apply!

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse individuals, people living with disabilities, and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.