Use your organisation and attention to detail to support effective procurement, contracts and corporate travel across CEWA.

$81,203 plus superannuation | 1.0 FTE | Ongoing | West Leederville

For more than 150 years, Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) has supported schools and communities across the state. Today, we are Western Australia's second-largest education provider, supporting more than 84,500 students through a network of schools and nearly 14,000 staff.

We're seeking a Procurement Administrator to join our Procurement and Contracts team within the Finance, Infrastructure and Digital Technology Directorate. Supporting the Team Leader Procurement and Contracts, you will help deliver purchasing, vendor management, contract administration and corporate travel services across CEWA. This is a varied opportunity to provide practical advice, maintain accurate systems and records, and help staff navigate procurement requirements with confidence.

Why Join CEWA?

• Salary of $81,203 plus superannuation

• Additional paid leave during Christmas and Easter office closures

• Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate

• Professional development and career growth opportunities

• Access to wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program and corporate health discounts

• Contribute to procurement services that support schools and teams across Western Australia

About the Role

Working within the Procurement and Contracts team, you will provide responsive administrative support across vendor onboarding, purchasing, corporate travel, contracts and procurement records. Success in this role means keeping information accurate and current, resolving routine queries, coordinating approvals and helping procurement activities progress efficiently and in line with CEWA requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate vendor onboarding, approvals, insurance renewals and qualification requirements

• Administer CEWA’s Travel Management System and provide advice and troubleshooting to users

• Support purchasing activities, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders and invoice discrepancy resolution

• Maintain the contract repository, procurement records, approved catalogues and active Common Use Arrangements

• Assist with requests for quotation, tenders, contract execution and related approvals

• Support procurement correspondence, reporting, training, audit enquiries and the annual review of procedures, forms and templates

About You

You are an organised and service-focused administrator who communicates clearly, works accurately and can manage competing priorities. You enjoy solving practical problems, supporting colleagues and maintaining reliable records and systems. Your numerical skills, attention to detail and collaborative approach will help you succeed in a varied procurement environment.

Essential requirements:

• High-level written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

• Effective problem-solving, analytical and negotiation skills within the scope of the role

• Sound numerical skills and strong attention to detail

• Ability to prioritise and manage workload to meet deadlines

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with or without supervision

• Sound computer literacy in a Microsoft Office and Windows environment, with a commitment to the objectives and ethos of Catholic education

Highly regarded:

• Experience in a corporate procurement environment, including vendor management

• Experience with accounts payable or corporate travel management activities

• Knowledge of computerised accounting systems and the procure-to-pay process

• Ability to identify opportunities and develop recommendations that improve procurement outcomes

Information for Applicants

To access a copy of the Position Description please click here.

Interested applicants should submit:

• A cover letter briefly addressing the selection criteria

• A curriculum vitae outlining employment history, qualifications and certifications, and providing a minimum of two professional referees

The successful applicant will be required to provide:

• A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia

• 100 points of identification

Applications for this role close Friday 30 October 2026.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

If you require support with submitting your application, please contact our Talent Advisors at careers@cewa.edu.au. Applications can be submitted by clicking Apply and uploading your application through our website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations peoples, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.