Strategic Sourcing Team Lead

2 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Powerlink Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Sourcing Team Lead to join our Supply Chain Services team at Powerlink. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in guiding and supporting a team of sourcing specialists to deliver agile, commercially robust, pre-award contract services to the business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Guide and support a team of sourcing specialists to deliver strategic initiatives aligned to the Annual Procurement Plan
  • Concentrate expertise and capabilities to deliver fit-for-purpose, value for money, risk appropriate procurement contract services
  • Collaborate and engage with key customers within the business to deliver strategic initiatives
  • Bring expertise to the role with strong working knowledge of heavy engineering and construction procurement
  • Advise and make recommendations to customers regarding best practice and fit for purpose sourcing strategies
  • Strategize resource allocation to meet business demands and oversee Senior and Sourcing Specialists' deployment for major projects
  • Provide expert advice to the Sourcing team on contract modelling, contracting strategies, and Terms & Conditions application
  • Participate in high-stakes supplier negotiations and handle complex contractual matters
About Powerlink

Powerlink is undergoing significant transformation in the way we deliver services to Queenslanders. With exponential growth already underway, and a significant pipeline of infrastructure projects on the horizon, our Supply Chain Services teams have never been more crucial in equipping our people with the resources to deliver to our strategy.

Requirements
  • Degree within Supply, Business or Law or a lesser qualification with significant experience
  • Minimum 3 years' experience within procurement leadership
  • Track record in developing, implementing, and overseeing strategic plans for procurement specialist teams
  • Proficiency in conducting comprehensive quality reviews of contract documentation, emphasizing commercial and legal aspects
  • Proven ability to design tailored contracting models aligned with business goals and risk profiles
  • Leadership in identifying and implementing innovative technologies, processes, and tools while providing necessary training and mentorship
  • Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving, agile thinking, and analytical skills to address diverse and complex situations effectively
  • Extensive knowledge of Australian Standards Terms & Conditions of Contract or similar, adept at interpreting and applying clauses to match specific risk profiles
What We Offer
  • A career that matters and lasts: You'll shape a progressive career connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, clean energy future.
  • Unique work and the chance to grow: You'll help find smart solutions to interesting problems as you develop your skills and impact every day.
  • People who love to support and share: You'll build relationships with experienced, down-to-earth people who you'll be proud to work with.


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