• Based at our vibrant La Trobe University Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
• Permanent ongoing, full time appointment
• Higher Education Officer (HEO) 5
• Make an impact and support the University’s broader objectives

About the position

Join La Trobe University’s Finance, Procurement and Data Analytics Division and play a key role in supporting  our day-to-day Procurement Operations and Business Services.

We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Support Officer to provide vital operational support across procurement processes, including vendor and purchase order maintenance, corporate card administration, travel and fleet coordination.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and customer-focused team that values initiative, accountability, and continuous improvement. This is a great opportunity to build on your procurement or finance experience, develop your skills in a large, dynamic environment, and contribute to delivering quality service across the University.

This position supports hybrid working arrangement, allowing the employee to work remotely up to two days per week in line with operational requirements.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• Possession of relevant qualifications and/or relevant experience in procurement and business operations, including activities such as purchase requisitioning, vendor onboarding, corporate card management, fleet management, and travel support.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational and customer service skills
• Experience with procurement and financial systems (e.g. SAP or similar)
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with great communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Be self-motivated, solution-orientated, and have a positive can-do attitude.
• Organised, dependable, focused, and disciplined.
• Competency with productivity tools (Microsoft Office e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
• A current driver’s licence is preferred for ad hoc fleet logistic tasks but not essential.

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Tuesday 4 November 2025

Position or Recruitment Enquiries:  Talent Acquisition Operations Officer, Yola El-hassanieh;

Email: Y.El-hassanieh@latrobe.edu.au

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

  50151745 Business Support Officer Procurement Operations.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia and currently residing in Victoria may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• A cover letter addressed to recruitment; and
• An up to date resume;

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future

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