Procurement Manager, Corporate - Sydney
1 day ago
Job description
This Job is based in AustraliaEmployment Type:
Full-time
Duration:
Continuing
Remuneration:
Salary determined after interview, commensurate with skills & experience
Location:
UNSW Kensington Campus
About UNSW
UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community, a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter.
It's the reason we're one of the top 20 universities in the world (QS top 20) and a member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight.
If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.
Why Your Role Matters
As the Procurement Manager, Corporate, you will play a pivotal leadership role within UNSW's Procurement Function and sit on the Procurement senior leadership team.
This role leads the Corporate category, overseeing a portfolio with several hundred million dollars in addressable spend across consultancy and professional services, marketing and media, people and culture services, travel, logistics and broader corporate operations.
The Procurement Manager will partner closely with senior executives and Chiefs across the University, shaping commercial strategy, influencing major procurement decisions and ensuring robust governance across complex sourcing activity.
With direct responsibility for leading and developing a procurement team, this role is critical to strengthening UNSW's commercial capability and delivering measurable value across the Corporate portfolio.
This position is suited to an experienced procurement leader who is comfortable operating at executive level, managing significant spend and driving strategic outcomes within a large and complex organisation.
Lead and deliver the Corporate category strategy across multiple high value spend areas, driving commercial value, risk management and sustainable sourcing outcomes.
Oversee complex sourcing initiatives, negotiations and contract governance across consultancy and professional services portfolios.
Manage and optimise supplier panels and category performance, ensuring probity, compliance and value for money.
Lead, develop and grow a high performing procurement team, building capability and fostering a strong commercial culture.
Contribute to the broader Procurement leadership agenda and continuous improvement of procurement practices across the University.
For more information regarding the responsibilities for this role, please refer to the Position Description at .
Skills And Experience Summary
Relevant tertiary qualification with substantial and sustained experience, or equivalent capability gained through education, training and experience.
Demonstrated success securing significant philanthropic gifts in a target driven environment, including building and managing a strong pipeline of trust, foundation and corporate prospects.
Proven ability to establish, cultivate and maintain senior level relationships with national and international donors and influential stakeholders, with strong influencing and negotiation skills.
Broad knowledge of fundraising principles, institutional giving and relevant tax and regulatory frameworks impacting charitable giving.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing high level and confidential proposals, briefings, presentations and reports.
Demonstrated capability in strategic planning, resource planning and project management across multiple stakeholder groups within large and complex organisations.
Proven leadership experience, with the ability to mentor, motivate and develop high performing teams.
Willingness and flexibility to travel locally, interstate or internationally as required.
Benefits and Culture:
People are at the core of everything we do.
We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.
Our benefits include:
Salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
Generous leave entitlements, including an additional 3 paid days off over end of year holiday period.
Access to Fitness Passport, giving you and your family discounted access to hundreds of gyms, pools and fitness facilities.
Career development opportunities, including access to leadership and professional learning programs.
Discounts and perks across retail, travel, education and health services.
A supportive, flexible, and inclusive culture that values wellbeing and diversity.
Find Out More About Staff Benefits At UNSW.
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW.
Submit your CV along with a cover letter that addresses your suitability for the position in relation to the selection criteria (listed in the 'Skills & Experience' section of the PD) via the application portal.
Applications close: 8th of March at 11:30pmA copy of the Position Description can be found on .
Get in Touch:
For queries regarding the recruitment process, contact Lucy Gerondis, Talent Acquisition Consultant,
UNSW:
Applications sent via email will not be accepted, please apply via the application portal.
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities.
UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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