2023 Travel & Procurement Officer null

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Your role

ABC Finance, Travel, and Operations are seeking a conscientious Procurement Officer to assist in the procurement of specialised travel service contracts, as well as the effective rollout and support of their related services, including providing quality customer service and helpdesk support staff at ABC. 

In this role, you will:

• Provide administration support to Concur Travel, Cabcharge Plus, Uber for Business, and International SOS Travel Tracker.
• Administrative tasks, data entry, and record-keeping relating to assigned areas of work are accurate and up-to-date.
• Provide helpdesk support and on-the-job training to employees, either one-on-one or in group settings.

Training, development & rotations

With the unrelenting pace of change in the industry combined with the increasing capabilities of new technologies, ABC is constantly looking at ways to develop its people and keep their skills current. Below are the programs the ABC offer:

• Training & Development Programs
• Leadership Programs
• Scholarship programs
• Study Assistance
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Salary & benefits

Roles as a Travel & Procurement Officer may earn an average of A$73,000 to A$95,000. (Source: Glassdoor)

ABC offers flexible salary packaging arrangements through an external provider allowing you to effectively salary sacrifice to suit your individual financial requirements. Options available include superannuation benefits, cars, childcare, and laptops. Read more.

Career progression

ABC’s performance management system has been designed to foster high performance, creativity, initiative, and leadership. It allows flexibility in the planning of work and the development of skills to meet the needs of the future. Employees benefit through active participation in the process, feedback on performance, recognition, and reward for their efforts, and improved development and career opportunities. Read more.

Work life balance

ABC has a range of flexible policies and practices designed to help people balance their work and personal lives. Access to these types of arrangements will depend on your circumstances, including work requirements, and require the agreement of your manager. This includes:

• Flexible working hours
• Part-time hours
• Job Share
• Working from home
• Read more.

Culture & vibe

As the national broadcaster, the ABC has a responsibility to reach all Australians and to reflect the rich diversity and perspectives of Australia’s many communities, from Indigenous Australians to new and emerging communities. The ABC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected for their contribution. Read more.

About you

Here's what ABC is looking for in this role:

• You're an excellent communicator, with strong client service techniques and skills, including the ability to deal with queries politely, efficiently, and effectively.
• You possess an ability to learn, understand, and have experience in applying relevant ABC procedures, guidelines, and agreements, as well as excellent PC skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn and operate cloud-based systems where required. 
• Experience with SAP and Concur is desirable.

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply click the "Apply on employer site" button on this page to submit your application directly to ABC.