Senior Specialist, Procurement

vor 14 Stunden


Melbourne, Österreich Deakin Alumni Vollzeit

Senior Specialist, Procurement & SourcingApply now Job no: 565797
Work type: Full-time
Location: Flexible, Geelong - City, Geelong - Waurn Ponds, Melbourne - Burwood
Categories: Finance

Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements2 x Full-time positions available - commencing from 24 February 20251 continuing and 1 fixed term for 2 yearsWhy work with us? At Deakin, you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.
Position overview The Senior Specialist, Procurement & Sourcing is responsible for leading procurement and sourcing efforts, stakeholder engagement, optimising supplier relationships, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic initiatives to drive value across the University.
As a Senior Specialist, Procurement & Sourcing you will: Lead sourcing initiatives, including market analysis, supplier selection, negotiation and contract award.Achieve demonstrated competitive, value add strategic sourcing outcomes, measured through financial cost savings, performance improvements, cost avoidance and sustained business benefit.Develop high quality, fit for business sourcing strategies that are aligned with the university's objectives, achieving the maximum contribution from suppliers, supported by SLAs, cost, quality and innovation that support business needs.Ensure all procurement and sourcing activities comply with university policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards; identify and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities, supplier contracts, and supply chain disruptions.Lead improvement activities and adopt new ideas to optimise procurement processes, policies and technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement team and the broader university.To be successful, you'll have: Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; orExtensive experience and management expertise; orAn equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.Extensive experience in procurement and strategic sourcing roles, with a strong focus on supplier negotiations, and contract management.Proven track record in managing end-to-end procurement processes, from identifying needs to supplier selection and contract award.Experience in leading and implementing procurement strategies that have resulted in cost savings and process efficiencies.Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and procurement compliance obligations.Here's how to apply: Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Lisa Williams (Director, Procurement Strategy and Enablement) on ******.
Applications for this position close on Sunday, 5 January 2025. The university will be closed 23 December until 2 January 2025, and applications will be reviewed after this date. Are You Ready? Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.
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