Sourcing Specialist

5 days ago

West Melbourne, Australia Lifeblood Full time
  • Develop and negotiate business wide contracts to deliver cost effective solutions for operational requirements at Lifeblood 
  • Permanent full-time position based at our Melbourne Processing Centre 
  • Circa 100k + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Discover life-giving possibilities 
Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: to give life. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.

About the role
The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing and negotiating business wide contracts that deliver cost effective solutions for operational requirements.  

The Sourcing Specialist will lead stakeholders through the development and execution of contract negotiations and pricing strategies and complete the contract record in the Contract Management System along with required templates for the procurement requirements in the Oracle finance system.

The Sourcing Specialist will lead all phases of sourcing, including planning, analysing expenditures, identifying cost items, negotiating and generating contracts.  

This role will support the repositioning of the procurement function at Lifeblood, lifting the functions’ profile and emphasising communications with stakeholders. 

 
Sound interesting? Here’s what we are looking for;

  • 3+ years purchasing/strategic sourcing experience
  • Experience in developing and undertaking contract negotiations, pricing schedules and management plans. 
  • Commercial experience, especially understanding Agreement terms and conditions and negotiating same.
  • Ability to manage projects and establish clear goals, schedule and documented outcomes to ensure successful delivery (on time, within budget, meeting agreed upon success criteria)
  • Experience managing multiple sourcing events simultaneously
  • Advanced systems skills and working knowledge of MS Office, with advanced Excel knowledge (able to create and manipulate pivot tables)
  • Effective interpersonal, communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills
  • Able to build trusted and collaborative working relationships 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills tailored to suit all levels of audience.
  • Demonstrated ability to use ERP software
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field would be highly regarded but not essential

This is a permanent full-time opportunity with a hybrid working environment based out of our Melbourne Processing Centre. Lifeblood is proud to accommodate flexible working and we are open to conversations around what this means to you.
 
Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing 
We’re a diverse and inclusive bunch. We’re proud to foster an environment where all people can come together to achieve their very best. Whether it’s workplace safety or work/life balance, we look after our employees’ varying needs. As part of the Lifeblood team, you’ll have access to a generous salary packaging program, plus a great range of rewards like discounts on insurance, groceries, food & beverage, department stores, travel, and more.

Excited about this opportunity? Apply now and discover a career filled with life-giving possibilities.
 
Next steps
When it comes to recruitment we like to move fast, this means we progress suitable candidates through the hiring process as soon as we can. 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed.

If selected, you’ll be required to complete a few background checks and we’ll help you through this process.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to us. 

For further details on this position, please contact Tayler on tdobbs@redcrossblood.org.au.
**Please note we cannot accept applications via email so please apply online 

This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Engagement team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.
 

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