Procurement & Contracts Advisor

Procurement & Contracts Advisor

The Procurement and Contracts Advisor plays a key role in supporting the delivery of effective procurement and contract management services across STC. Reporting to the Procurement and Contracts Manager, the Advisor contributes to the development and implementation of procurement frameworks, policies, and practices that align with both Victorian Government and STC requirements.

The role manages a portfolio of goods and services contracts, ensuring compliance, performance monitoring, and accurate reporting, while also supporting low to medium complexity procurement activities and maintaining records to meet probity and audit standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with sourcing strategies, tender processes, evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Provide strategic procurement advice to stakeholders to ensure value-for-money outcomes.
• Manage goods and services contracts, including registers, performance reports, and invoice reviews.
• Maintain accurate and compliant procurement records aligned with audit and governance standards.
• Contribute to the development of procurement frameworks, policies, and operational templates.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with STC and government requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers to resolve procurement issues and drive improvements.
• Support team initiatives and offer broader business assistance as needed.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace through active engagement in well being and safety practices.

About You:

The Procurement and Contracts Advisor play a key role in supporting the Procurement and Contracts Manager and working collaboratively with the broader procurement team to deliver value-for-money outcomes and drive continuous improvement. This position is integral to aligning procurement and contract management activities with business needs by partnering closely with project delivery teams and corporate functions. Through proactive engagement, the Advisor helps foster effective relationships that contribute to successful procurement outcomes.

To thrive in this role, you'll bring:

• Experience in applying procurement processes to ensure effective purchasing and contract performance.
• Communication with clarity and respect, tailoring messages to audience needs and fostering collaboration.
• Experience developing new approaches across disciplines to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and quality.
• Ability to build trust and influence by engaging stakeholders to support shared outcomes.
• Demonstrated inclusive behaviour and respect for diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• A willingness to adjust to changing priorities, embrace new skills, and adapt work methods to deliver results.

Qualifications - Essential:

• A tertiary qualification in commerce, business management, law, finance, procurement or relevant discipline and/or extensive relevant experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience in managing goods and services contracts, including the development of effective contract management tools and reporting mechanisms, with a strong focus on process standardisation.
• Proven expertise across the full source-to-contract procurement life cycle, including the development of sourcing strategies, market engagement, and contract award processes.

Who Are We?

At STC, we're more than a statutory organisation—we're pioneers shaping the future of transport in Victoria.

Tasked with acting as the asset-owner of the North East Link road on completion, We will be responsible for managing and controlling the use of and access to, operating and maintaining and setting and collecting tolls for the North East Link road.

Our vision is to be best-in-class asset owner-operators, guided by our core values: Collaboration, Innovation, Excellence, and Respect. We're building a workplace that's fair, flexible, and inclusive, where your contributions matter.

Why Choose STC?

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of change. We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance.
• A chance to contribute to one of Victoria's most exciting infrastructure projects.
• A welcoming, high-performing team that values collaboration and excellence.
• Personal and professional development, including a guaranteed Learning Budget to grow your skills every year

STC is committed to equal employment opportunity, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations people. As a statutory organisation, STC upholds public sector employment principles, ensuring fair and reasonable treatment of everyone.

How to Apply:

Apply today and be part of a team shaping Victoria's future. 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.

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No applications will be accepted via email. To ensure your application is reviewed, please apply through Seek.

The role will close on Tuesday 25 November 2025.

National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and Qualification Check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or hold a valid work permit or visa.