
Manager, Strategic Sourcing
5 days ago
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time / Ongoing
Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
**Salary**: $134,593 - $180,115
Occupation: Procurement
Reference: VG/50931157
The DEECA procurement function is undergoing some exciting change. We are updating our systems and processes to better service our Department. Our branch will take a Category Management approach to execute sourcing strategies that will be predominantly undertaken by our Strategic Sourcing Team.
The Manager, Strategic Sourcing is responsible for leading and managing the Strategic Sourcing team involved in all phases of strategic sourcing activities with a focus on value creation opportunities. As the successful applicant, you will:
- Lead the Strategic Sourcing team in navigating competitive environments
- Negotiate with suppliers
- Generate contracts to ensure seamless availability of products and services
- Work closely with the Category Management team to ensure alignment of sourcing strategies
- Support the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), providing leadership and advice to the Procurement branch on a range of sourcing needs
This role requires highly developed commercial acumen with strong negotiation skills to deliver solutions to high-value and/or high-risk sourcing activities.
This is a great opportunity to join the team whilst it's shaping it's future to deliver great procurement outcomes for DEECA stakeholders. It's an excellent opportunity to contribute to, and lead change within the procurement branch.
**Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications**
- Experience managing, leading and developing a team delivering strategic sourcing and contract management.
- Expert influence and negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead negotiations and finalise contracts with suppliers to deliver the best possible outcomes for the department.
- Demonstrated knowledge of procurement practices and procedures and financial management systems with at least five years' experience in strategic sourcing.
- A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.
**This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.**
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
**Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 3 November 2024.**
**Other relevant information**:
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
**A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace**
- DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave._
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