Strategic Procurement Professional

1 week ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Transurban Full time

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Professional to join our team in Sydney. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for supporting sourcing activity across corporate indirect categories at Transurban.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, with a minimum of 5 years experience in similar industries or related spend categories. You will work closely with senior business stakeholders and the Senior Procurement Manager to shape commercial strategies that deliver great business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Partner with the business to understand business objectives and desired outcomes.
  • Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of category management plans for the categories you lead.
  • Negotiate commercial terms to deliver best value outcomes.
  • Consolidate the supplier base through negotiating appropriate commercial supplier arrangements and/or strategic partnerships.
  • Achieve defined cost savings and delivering other value add initiatives.
  • Develop strong relationships with internal teams.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree required (business or operational background preferred).
  • In-depth sourcing experience (preferably indirect categories) and proven proficiency managing major spend categories.
  • Knowledge of the sourcing process and skilled with technology-based systems including spend analytics.
  • Impeccable ethics, both professionally and personally.
  • Track record of contributing to evolution of supply chain processes, and/or continuous improvement of strategic sourcing and category management programs.

Salary:$120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Benefits:

  • A range of flexible working and leave options.
  • 16 weeks paid parental leave (regardless of gender or carer status), with no waiting period, with Superannuation paid during unpaid leave as well.
  • Learning and development opportunities to support your career interests.
  • Health and wellbeing support—access to Headspace and our EAP program, wellness facilities, and more.
  • Share offers and insurance benefits.
  • Social activities, community give-back programs and paid volunteer days.


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