Chief Procurement Officer

Why work for Cenitex Cenitex supports a modern, agile and productive public sector, and is driven by the Government’s commitment to a digital Victoria and better outcomes for the community. Cenitex’s purpose is to be the Victorian Government’s trusted IT Partner. We know uniting the best technology and the brightest individuals is the key to our success and we know it is our people who bring our values to life and contribute to the success of our customers, organisation and their colleagues. Culture and Benefits Cenitex provides employees with essential support through all that life presents and wants our employees to bring their whole selves to work. We encourage and support professional development and offer a flexible working environment with a focus on employee work‑life balance. Here’s a taste of what’s on offer: Flexibility – spans where, when and how we work best Hybrid working – offers employees to work remotely 3 days a week, however it all starts with a conversation and from a place of flexibility Employee discounts – up to 10% across 500 retailers Automatic salary increases Centrally located – state‑of‑the‑art offices and end‑of‑trip facilities in the heart of CBD Inclusive parental and carers leave entitlements. We are proudly a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women and strongly encourage females to apply to the role. Accountabilities include but not limited to : Responsible for ensuring that Cenitex and its procurement governance framework comply with VGPB supply policies. Ownership of procurement policies, processes, and assurance controls to ensure consistent and standardised approach for all procurement activities. Provide expert advice to key stakeholders on all aspects of procurement to encourage innovative practices and support delivery of business and policy directions. Establish and manage relationships with key stakeholders to provide strategic insights on business needs, resolve complex issues and deliver high performance on cost, service, and quality outcomes. Provide leadership, direction and effective management of the procurement team and cross‑functional working groups Oversee the management of identified critical commercial, contractual, operational, financial, reputational, ethical and supply chain risks to minimise negative impacts on organisational objectives while encouraging opportunity and innovation. Prepare annual VGPB and all relevant statutory reports in addition to Board Reports in relation to procurement functions. Ensure the procurement function meets all relevant legislative and governance requirements, including those contained in the Financial Management Act 1994, the Financial Management Compliance Framework, Standing Directions of the Minister for Finance 2018 Under the Financial Management Act 1994 and VGPB policies. Attendance of various committees and governance forum is expected includes Cenitex Board, Audit, Risk and ESG Committees and Whole of Victorian Government (WoVG) CPO forum. Key point of contact for VGBP matters related to Cenitex procurements. Let’s talk about you Ten plus (10+) years of professional industry experience required with postgraduate tertiary qualifications is highly desirable. Membership in a professional accredited organisation in Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) is highly desirable. For more information about the role and the numerous employee benefits, check out the Position Description and Life at Cenitex document by clicking “Apply Now”. Watch some great videos of our staff on our careers page to get a better idea of what it could be like to be a part of the Cenitex team. Our Commitment to Diversity Cenitex is proud of its diverse group of employees with a unique mix of skills and talent. We believe diversity and inclusion enhances our workforce capability and culture in delivering outstanding technology services and solutions for our customers. We embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. To apply, simply complete an application through our LiveHire system. Note: Applicants may also be required to complete a video introduction as part of the recruitment process. We’re committed to being inclusive when we hire people and understand that adjustments are sometimes needed. If you require adjustments to complete your application, assessment task or interview it is important you let us know so we can support you. You will not be disadvantaged if you request adjustments. For any further questions or support contact #J-18808-Ljbffr