Manager, Procurement

**Renewal SA**
**Job reference**: req98
**Location**: 5001 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**About the role**

Are you a strategic thinker with deep expertise in procurement, contracts and government compliance? At Renewal SA, we're seeking a highly skilled Manager, Procurement and Contracts to lead and evolve our procurement and contract management functions.

In this leadership role, you will oversee a dedicated team and drive the development and implementation of fit-for-purpose procurement frameworks, policies and processes that support the delivery of high-profile urban development projects across South Australia. You'll be a trusted advisor on complex procurement and probity matters, supporting business units in achieving value-for-money outcomes while effectively managing risk.

As a key strategic leader, you will foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensure compliance with government requirements, and maintain robust reporting and oversight mechanisms.
- Strategically lead procurement and contract management across the organisation.
- Oversee a team of five, fostering capability, consistency, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with government procurement frameworks and probity requirements.
- Develop policies, templates and tools to support commercial success and risk mitigation.
- Act as the key advisor on procurement, contracts, and commercial governance matters.

**Who we are looking for**

We're seeking a forward-thinking professional with proven leadership in procurement and contracts, particularly in government or complex project environments.
You will have:

- Extensive experience in procurement, contract management and risk mitigation.
- Strong working knowledge of SA Government procurement policy and probity principles.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- A strategic mindset with the ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, law, commerce or a related field.

**About us**

At Renewal SA, we're shaping the future of South Australia through a portfolio of significant projects, including Bowden, the former West End Brewery, Noarlunga, Seaton, Prospect and Tapangka on Franklin Street. We are also focusing on increasing the supply of affordable and regional housing, while unlocking employment lands through industrial land releases. Renewal SA's exciting portfolio of projects is growing and so is our team.

Our main goals include creating sustainable communities, increasing the availability of affordable housing, accelerating housing supply in our regions, releasing land for industrial and commercial developments, and reducing carbon emissions to reach the government's target of net carbon zero by 2050.

With South Australia's largest and most diverse property portfolio, we're expanding our multidisciplinary team to deliver projects of state significance. Our people are highly skilled, passionate and driven by purpose.

If you are looking to make meaningful impact and contribute to the future of our state, this role could be you.

**Why work for us**
- Renewal SA has a thriving culture where your growth and contributions are genuinely valued.
- Work on projects that are making a difference, with the largest, and growing property portfolio, there's no shortage of variety at Renewal SA.
- Enjoy flexibility with options including hybrid working, flexible start and finish time, compressed working weeks and more.
- Prioritise your wellbeing with access to initiatives like discounted gym memberships, counselling services and medical benefits such as free vaccinations, skin checks and more.
- Keep learning and growing with a range of professional development opportunities to support your career progression.

**We have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in our workplace**

**How to apply**

Applications close 5:00 PM 16/07/2025.

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**Applications close**: 16/07/2025 5:00 PM

**Flexibility Statement**
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.