Procurement Officer

St John WA has been serving the Western Australian community since 1922. Our organisation has grown into an integrated healthcare provider, connecting people across WA to lifesaving emergency services, urgent care, and health education.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the safety, wellbeing, and health of everyone, no matter where in WA they live. Our services are powered by more than 8,000 dedicated employees and volunteers who bring care, skill, and compassion to every corner of the state.

About the Role:

St John WA is looking for a Procurement Officer to join our Supply Chain Team on a permanent, full-time basis. Based in Belmont, the role runs from Monday to Friday and reports directly to the Procurement & Contracts Manager.

In this role, you will deliver procurement activities across sourcing, contract administration, supplier engagement and procurement governance. You will independently manage low to medium complexity procurement projects, provide practical commercial support to stakeholders and contribute to value-for-money outcomes through effective procurement practices.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage low to medium complexity procurement activities, including market engagement, quotations, evaluations, negotiations and contract establishment within delegated authority.
• Support category management plans by undertaking spend, market and supplier analysis, conducting inventory range reviews and identifying value-for-money opportunities.
• Source parts, equipment and consumables for inventory by obtaining quotations, assessing pricing and lead times, and recommending suppliers that meet operational and commercial requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and supply agreements, and support tendering, contract implementation and supplier performance management.
• Coordinate contract renewals, amendments and variations, and prepare reporting on spend, low-value purchases and contract performance.
• Provide procurement guidance to stakeholders, maintain accurate systems and contractual records, build effective supplier relationships and support departmental operations in accordance with policies and delegated authorities.

Click here for the full Position Description  Procurement Officer PD - 2026.pdf

What You’ll Need:

• Demonstrated experience within a supply chain function and a background in a corporate, health, community or commercial environment.
• Knowledge of relevant procurement systems, tools and processes.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills, with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to guide and support stakeholders.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, data reconciliation, graphs, lookups and workbook creation.
• Experience in data and spend analysis, reporting and document control.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in a procurement or purchasing role.
• A formal qualification in procurement or commercial management, such as MCIPS, or a relevant tertiary qualification in logistics and procurement; alternatively, a willingness to obtain one.
• Experience using Dynamics GP, D365 or a similar enterprise resource planning system.

Benefits:

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment, along with:

• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• 17.5% leave loading
• Corporate uniform
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• Consumer discounts
• Discounts on first aid equipment
• Complimentary First Aid Training
• Complimentary ambulance cover

Ready to Apply?

To be considered for this opportunity, please click Apply Now. You will need to complete the online application form and submit the following:

1. Up to date CV detailing key experiences and work history.

• A cover letter (maximum two pages) addressing your relevant experience and motivation for applying for the Procurement Officer position at St John WA?

Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application. If you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Applications that do not include both a cover letter and resume may not be considered.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Careers on (08) 9334 1436 or via email at careers@stjohnwa.com.au

Applications close on Sunday 6th September 2026 at 6pm.

St John WA is committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the LGBTIQ+ community.

St John WA is a child-safe organisation and takes a proactive approach to child safety. We ensure all children engaged in St John WA services are protected, respected, and empowered. Our commitment is supported by clear policies and procedures that reinforce our safeguarding practices.

St John WA reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received and to close this advertisement before the advertised closing date. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John WA.