Procurement and Contract Management Lead

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time
About the City of Unley

The City of Unley is a dynamic and forward-thinking local council that delivers a range of valued services to its community. Located on the city fringe, just a short distance from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with its community through various initiatives, including environmental sustainability, community services, local business development, community events, arts, and volunteering programs.

We are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that our work makes a positive impact on our community.

About the Role

This is a key leadership position that will drive the development of procurement and contract management as strategic and value-adding functions, enabling the delivery of organisational business objectives and optimising procurement and contract management outcomes for the City of Unley.

You will establish effective governance mechanisms at a functional level within the organisation to drive best practice procurement across the organisation.

  • Full-time permanent position
  • Collaborative and positive work culture
  • Opportunity to participate in leadership professional development
  • Contributing to exciting growth and ongoing development projects within the Council
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership, support, and direction to the broader organisation in accordance with the City of Unley's Leadership Capability Framework.
  • Work with business areas to identify cost drivers and strategies for reducing costs and optimising supply outcomes.
  • Interpret and apply statutory and common law obligations and ensure these are effectively embedded across all procurement contracts.
  • Consult widely with the organisation on the direction of business units and how the procurement and contract management functions can contribute.
  • Develop organisational guidelines and procedures for the development of Contract Management Plans, KPIs, performance reviews, governance structures, resources, benefits tracking, and reporting.
  • Lead cross-functional teams in the evaluation of high-value and/or high-risk tenders.
  • Lead negotiations for high-value, significant projects.
  • Develop detailed spend models using data from various sources, providing insight into supply markets and internal demand analysis.
Requirements
  • Demonstration of strong technical procurement skills and ability to interpret and apply contract law principles.
  • Ability to collect, organise, and analyse data accurately and provide information for corporate decision-making.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and develop people to manage work and resources across a range of complex projects.
  • Networking skills to achieve effective relationships/partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of risk management principles.
  • Highly developed analytical and lateral thinking skills and the ability to take the initiative, drive changes, and implement innovations.
  • Strong team player with the ability to demonstrate emotional intelligence and sound judgment while collaborating and cooperating on decisions and initiatives.
About You
  • Tertiary qualifications or extensive experience and proven achievement in procurement, finance/accounting, law, or a related area.
  • Experience developing and implementing significant organisational change programs within a medium-sized organisation.
  • Knowledge of modern procurement and contract management practices and trends, and project management principles.
How to Apply

To register your interest, please forward your current resume and cover letter via the application link.

Your confidential application will be acknowledged by email, and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by phone from the Davies Stewart team.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Kelliann Yates or Effie Saloniklis at Davies Stewart.

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    1 month ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About the City of UnleyThe City of Unley is a dynamic and forward-thinking local council that delivers a range of valued services to its community. Located on the city fringe, just a short distance from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with its community through various initiatives, including environmental sustainability, community services, local...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    4 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About the City of UnleyThe City of Unley is a dynamic and forward-thinking local council that delivers a range of valued services to its community. Located on the city fringe, just a short distance from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with its community through various initiatives, including environmental sustainability, community services, local...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About the City of UnleyThe City of Unley is a dynamic and forward-thinking local council that delivers a range of valued services to its community. Located on the city fringe, just a short distance from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with its community through various initiatives, including environmental sustainability, community services, local...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About the City of UnleyThe City of Unley is a dynamic and forward-thinking local council that delivers a range of valued services to its community. Located on the city fringe, just a short distance from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with its community through various initiatives, including environmental sustainability, community services, local...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    4 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About the City of UnleyThe City of Unley is a dynamic and forward-thinking local council that provides a range of valued services to the community. Located on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with the community through environmental sustainability, community services, local business initiatives, community...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    4 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About the City of UnleyThe City of Unley is a dynamic and forward-thinking local council that delivers a range of valued services to its community. Located on the city fringe, the Council engages with its community through various initiatives, including environmental sustainability, community services, local business development, community events, arts, and...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    4 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About the City of UnleyThe City of Unley is a dynamic and forward-thinking local council that delivers a range of valued services to its community. Located on the city fringe, just a short distance from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with its community through various initiatives, including environmental sustainability, community services, local...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    1 month ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    {"About the City of Unley": "The City of Unley is a dynamic and vibrant local council that provides a range of valued services to the community. With a strong focus on environmental sustainability, community services, and local business initiatives, the Council engages with the community through various programs and events.", "Key Responsibilities": "As a...

  • Strategic Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About Davies Stewart:Davies Stewart is a leading recruitment agency that provides a range of services to clients across various industries. We are passionate about connecting talented individuals with exciting career opportunities.About the Role:This is an exciting opportunity to join our client, the City of Unley, as a Principal Procurement and Contracts...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    1 month ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    {"About the City of Unley": "The City of Unley is a dynamic and vibrant local council that provides a range of valued services to the community. With a strong focus on environmental sustainability, community services, and local business initiatives, the Council engages with the community through various programs and events.", "Key Responsibilities": "As a...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    1 month ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    {"About the City of Unley": "The City of Unley is a dynamic and vibrant local council that provides a range of valued services to the community. With a strong focus on environmental sustainability, community services, and local business initiatives, the Council engages with the community through various programs and events.", "Key Responsibilities": "As a...

  • Strategic Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About the City of UnleyWe are a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Our council is based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, and we engage with our community across environmental sustainability, community services, local business initiatives,...

  • Strategic Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About Davies Stewart:Davies Stewart is a leading recruitment agency that provides a range of services to clients across various industries. We are passionate about connecting talented individuals with exciting career opportunities.About the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement and Contract Management Specialist to join our client,...

  • Strategic Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    1 week ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About Davies Stewart:Davies Stewart is a leading recruitment agency that provides a range of services to clients across various industries. We are passionate about connecting talented individuals with exciting career opportunities.About the Role:The City of Unley is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement and Contract Management Specialist to...

  • Strategic Procurement and Contracts Lead

    1 week ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About Davies Stewart:Davies Stewart is a leading recruitment agency that partners with clients to find the best talent for their organizations. We are passionate about helping our clients achieve their goals through effective recruitment strategies.About the Role:The City of Unley is seeking a highly skilled and experienced procurement professional to lead...

  • Strategic Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    2 months ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About Davies Stewart:Davies Stewart is a leading recruitment agency that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the principles of excellence, integrity, and innovation, the agency engages with their clients across various industries, providing expert advice and guidance on recruitment and talent management.We...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Lead

    1 month ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    {"About the City of Unley": "The City of Unley is a dynamic and vibrant local council that provides a range of valued services to the community. With a strong focus on environmental sustainability, community services, and local business initiatives, the Council engages with the community through various programs and events.", "Key Responsibilities": "As a...

  • Procurement and Contract Management Specialist

    1 month ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Davies Stewart Full time

    About the City of UnleyThe City of Unley is a dynamic and vibrant local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with their community across environmental sustainability, community services, local business initiatives,...

  • Senior Project Manager: Procurement and Contract Management

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia University of South Australia Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a Senior Project Manager: Procurement and Contract Management to contribute to one of the largest changes to higher education in Australia over the past 30 years and help shape the new Adelaide University.As the Senior Project Manager, you will work with Leaders, Partners and/or senior Integration Management Office (IMO) staff to...

  • Operations Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Randstad Full time

    Are you a skilled professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the resources sector? The Randstad team is seeking a dedicated Contracts Administrator to join our clients team, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of their diverse projects.Key Responsibilities:Maintain high standards of procurement and contract management across a...