Procurement Sourcing Specialist

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**About Us**

Sportsbet is a leading Australian e-commerce business in the online wagering sector, bringing excitement to over 2 million Aussies. We do this by living our values to create an innovative entertainment brand, trailblazing products and best-in-class platforms that deliver great experiences to our customers.

We have over 1,300 team members at Sportsbet but as part of the Flutter Group, we’re a true global player.

**Committed To Responsible Gambling**

Our commitment to responsible gambling is genuine and demonstrated through the wide range of responsible gambling initiatives and tools. We’re proud to be the leaders in responsible gambling in our industry, not just locally, but globally.

**About The Role**

Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this role will support the business to ensure Sportsbet’s external supplier spend is governed by the principles of the Sportsbet Procurement Policy and delivers procurement value through that process. You will lead the end-to-end procurement process within the Travel and Entertainment category as well as tactical sourcing in other categories as agreed including Marketing and Facilities. You will provide relevant procurement support and advice to the business on sourcing, commercial negotiations and policy.

**Responsibilities include**:

- **Procurement Sourcing & Management**: Lead the procurement process within the Travel and Entertainment category and provide tactical support within other key categories as agreed, i.e. Marketing, Facilities, People & Culture. This includes identification and scoping of requirements, developing procurement strategies, contract development and negotiation, contract lifecycle management and supplier relationship management.
- **Systems & Governance**: Promote and monitor compliance with the local Sportsbet and Global Flutter procurement policies. You will identify and drive continuous improvement within the Procurement function and act as a key contact for business inquiries. You will be focused on continuous improvement which leverages automation to improve efficiency.
- **Stakeholder Management**: Engage and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, as well as global counterparts to understand group strategy and deliver key objectives. You will work with Executive Leadership as well as Global category managers to deliver group targets within the travel & entertainment category.

**About you**

You will have a sound understanding of the procurement life cycle, or comparable experience within a commercial role (Finance / Marketing). Knowledge or exposure to the travel and entertainment industry will be highly regarded. Excellent communication (written and verbal), strong problem solving / analytical skills, along with the ability to manage time / priorities will be a key to your success in this role.

**The Perks**

We work hard and play hard, so along with a competitive salary and generous performance-based bonus, we also provide you with:

- 25 days annual leave
- Genuine flexible working and remote working policy with a $1050 work from home office allowance
- Discounted gym memberships, free breakfast and loads of event and conference tickets and many more
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and a Circle In membership
- Industry leading Parental Leave support program with 26 weeks paid leave for Primary Carers and no wait time. We also have a progressive return to work benefits for your first 6 months back: come back for 3 days, get paid for 4; come back for 4 days, get paid for 5.
- Tailored career development programs, as well as a commitment to developing Thought Leader and Specialist Talent programs

**Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion**

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