As well as controlling thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing in Western Australia, RWWA operates the TAB which has more than 300 off-course retail outlets, a call centre and online betting services. Our motto is Better Your Bet because increasing profits through Western Australia’s own TAB means better returns for the local racing sector and state-wide communities.

Our business is unique, which means we can offer careers which are interesting, challenging and diverse. Our values are important to us so, to be successful, you’ll have to share them. We are honest, real and positive and we pride ourselves on achieving great outcomes for our customers. We work hard but have fun while we’re doing it.  Whatever your passion, our success is a team sport

The Opportunity 

We are currently seeking a Procurement Business Partner on a 6-month maximum term contract. The role will consist of providing support to the Procurement Manager, and RWWA Business Units to deliver cost-effective, compliant and sustainably sourced procurement solutions.  

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for: 

• Assisting business units develop Requests for Quote / Tender and Expressions of Interest. 
• Assisting business units purchase from State Government Common Use Agreements (CUA’s) – where required. 
• Sourcing responses to Tenders and Quotes (over $50k) from Tenders WA. 
• Responding requests for information from Suppliers during request processes.  
• Keeping up to date Tenders WA and internal Contract Management Systems and Document Control Systems. 
• Assisting Team Leader and Manager during Audits (internal and external).  
• Leading the process for evaluation of responses to quotes and tenders.  
• Making recommendations for the procurement of goods and services as per RWWA requirements.  
• Working with Team Leader and Manager to ensure procurement activities are delivered in a timely manner.  
• Assisting purchasers raise PO’s in line with budget and contract requirements.  
• Undertaking tasks as directed by Team Leader and Manager as required.  
• Acting ethically and professionally at all times.  
• Ensuring procurement activities adhere to RWWA Procurement Policy and Framework.  
• Ensuring procurement activities adhere to State Government Rules and Legislation.  
• Providing advice to business units on procurement strategies.   
• Assisting the Team Leader with training activities.  

About you 

Ideally to be successful in this role you will need: 

• Tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or relevant area (desirable).  
• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role  
• Understanding of procurement processes, policies, systems.   
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office suite and CMS.  
• Ability to prioritise, multitask and manage time efficiently.  
• Comfortable working in a team or by oneself.  
• Accurate with a high level of attention to detail.  
• Ability to analyse problems and provide strategies and advice to solve issues.  

What are you waiting for?

Apply now with your CV and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit for this opportunity.

For more information visit Careers at RWWA (smartrecruiters.com) or contact us at [email protected]

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening, which will include two reference checks, police clearance and Australian Working Rights check.

Please note this role is only open to applicants that hold Australian Working Rights and we do not offer Work Sponsorship Visa's.

Additional benefits

• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Health and wellbeing programs to support you inside and out.

At Racing and Wagering WA, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and making reasonable adjustments in which everyone is included and treated fairly.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.     

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.