Vendor Onboarding Assessor

Kapitol Group is one of Australia’s fastest-growing construction companies, transforming the industry through innovation, technology, and a commitment to excellence. We’re driven by our core values—Supportive, Authentic, Inspirational, Driven, and Customer-Centric.

This isn't just about managing Trade Partners (Vendors) - it's about establishing effective business partnerships for our current and future Vendors. You’ll be responsible for the successful completion of all pre-qualification assessments, driving improvements in our vendor performance. All in line with our vision to build the best buildings, do no harm and improve the construction industry for a better life.

Why Kapitol Group?:

• Career Growth: Advance your skills with leadership and professional development programs.
• Innovative Work: Be part of industry-leading projects powered by cutting-edge technology.
• Well-Being Focus: Enjoy a safe, sustainable, and flexible working environment.
• Recognition & Impact: Contribute to award-winning projects that make a difference.
• Inclusive work place: We are recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25.

What You’ll Do:

The Vendor Onboarding Assessor role requires close engagement with both internal and external stakeholders, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive approach to ensure excellence in compliance, documentation, and client service.

• Own and drive the end-to-end vendor assessment onboarding process, coordinating across internal teams and external Vendors to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant onboarding.
• You will support the development of a training matrix, content and progress tracking across the Vendors
• Serve as the primary contact during onboarding and change events including Vendor improvement plans, proactively managing communications, resolving issues, and ensuring Vendor are informed at every stage.
• Partner with Operations and HSEQ to drive onboarding due diligence, periodic Vendor reviews, and ongoing updates in line with regulatory and internal compliance standards.
• Deliver exceptional Vendor service by responding to enquiries with professionalism, accuracy, and timeliness, ensuring a positive Vendor experience throughout all interactions.
• Coordinate with Finance, Legal and other teams to gather, validate, and manage Vendor and corporate documentation, ensuring alignment with operational and regulatory requirements.
• Analyse onboarding trends and pain points, contributing insights and recommendations to improve internal processes, system functionality, and reporting capabilities.
• Ensure robust governance and control, maintaining accurate documentation and audit trails in compliance with internal policies and external standards 

Who You Are:

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or equivalent preferred.
• You’re a detail-oriented professional with at least 5 years background in vendor (subcontractor) systems within the Construction industry.
• A collaborative mindset and a focus on quality, you thrive in fast-paced environments and bring a proactive approach to vendor engagement and process improvement.
• Proven ability to build relationships and work effectively across stakeholders to resolve issues
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to data accuracy and governance
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure
• Confidence using Microsoft Office tools and leveraging technology to drive efficiencies
• High levels of initiative, curiosity, and critical thinking
• A client-first mindset and proactive approach to service delivery

What’s In It for You?

• A competitive remuneration package.
• Benefit from unparalleled training programs, fast-tracked career growth, exposure to projects across a variety of sectors.
• Access exclusive perks such as free health assessments and paid parental leave for both primary and secondary care givers.
• Join an organisation that believes in breaking down silos and fostering open, dynamic internal communications.

Kapitol value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We are recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, life stages, cultures, faiths, sexual orientation, and genders.