Procurement Manager

Working at Transurban is different; it’s a place where you can see the benefits of your work play out in real life, every day. We create city-sized solutions—building and operating safer, smarter, and more sustainable roads—to solve pressing transport challenges that are slowing cities down.

About the role:
We’re seeking a Procurement Manager - Operational Technology who will be responsible for end-to-end Procurement across the Intelligent Transport Systems spend categories.

You’ll join an innovative team, who look after categories including both operating and capital expenditure on areas such as Tolling, Surveillance, Road User Communications and Control systems. Systems include hardware, software and services.

As our Procurement Manager - Operational Technology, you’ll contribute to lasting and positive changes that shape the future of our cities and communities. It’s meaningful, challenging and exciting work.

Day-to-day, you will:
- Understanding the Intelligent Transport Systems business unit objectives and desired outcomes- Leading the end-to-end Procurement process in accordance with company procedures, including stakeholder engagement, strategy development, baseline validation, tender management, supplier negotiations, contract finalization, risk management and supply chain visibility- Development, implementation & ongoing management of category management plans for Intelligent Transport Systems related spend categories- Negotiating commercial terms to deliver best value solutions- Consolidating the supplier base through negotiating appropriate commercial supplier arrangements and/or strategic partnerships- Implementation of strategic relationship management for nominated suppliers, including formal supplier performance reviews- Achieving defined cost savings and other value add initiatives- Developing strong relationships with internal teams and senior leaders

This role will suit someone with a curious mind and transferrable skills and experiences, including:
- Bachelor’s degree required (business or operational background preferred)- Vast procurement experience, with several years managing end to end procurement in a similar industry e.g, Mining, Oil and Gas, Energy, Infrastructure- In depth sourcing experience (preferably Operational Technology or Technology related) and proven proficiency managing major spend categories- Superior knowledge of the entire sourcing process & skilled with technology based systems including spend analytics- Track record of contributing to evolution of supply chain processes, and/or continuous improvement of strategic sourcing and category management programs- Strong analytical, business process analysis and problem solving capabilities- Proven negotiation and contract management skills; including a strong understanding of business and legal terms & conditions- A strong communicator, relationship builder and influencer and have the ability to navigate toward win:win outcomes

With a career at Transurban, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- A range of flexible working and leave options, including the option to purchase an additional six weeks of leave each year- 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

We offer a range of flexible working and leave options, so you can balance your work and life commitments and interests. Have a conversation with us about how this could work for you.

We embrace diversity with a foundation of safety, wellbeing and inclusion; where everyone belongs. We treat everyone with fairness, consideration and respect, regardless of gender, gender identity, marital or family status, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, cultural or socio-economic background, perspective, and experience - whether they work for us or not. We want to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe to express ideas, questions and concerns.

**Job Type**:
Permanent

Closing Date:
21-Feb-2025 0:00

Please note: The closing date reflects the time zone of the Primary Location for this job posting.

Primary Location:
Sydney CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs Sydney NSW