Procurement & Sourcing Senior Specialist

vor 2 Wochen


City of Melbourne, Österreich Deakin University Vollzeit

Procurement & Sourcing Senior Specialist Lead high-value, complex sourcing activities, manage stakeholders, optimise supplier relationships, ensure compliance and drive strategic initiatives with a focus on Infrastructure and IT procurement. Enjoy flexible work arrangements with a hybrid model, with travel expectations to our Melbourne campuses Full-time and continuing Benefits for working with us At Deakin, we offer more than just a job – we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, you’ll find everything you need to thrive: on‑site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work‑life balance, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and inclusive, supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow – whether you're working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life. 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 deliver value across the University. As a Senior Specialist, Procurement & Sourcing you will: Achieve demonstrated competitive, value‑add strategic sourcing outcomes, measured through financial cost savings, performance improvements, cost avoidance and sustained business benefit. Identify and deliver cost improvement initiatives with a focus on Infrastructure and IT procurement spend. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the procurement team and across the broader University, leveraging best practices, process enhancements, and stakeholder engagement to deliver long‑term value. To be successful, you’ll have experience in: Strategic sourcing with a strong focus on strategy development, supplier negotiations, and contract management. Infrastructure and IT procurement. Managing end‑to‑end procurement processes, from data analysis, identifying needs to supplier selection and contract award. Stakeholder management with the ability to lead, influence and implement sourcing plans that result in cost savings and process efficiencies. How to Apply Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience. For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Zendyn Lakdavala (Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing) on Applications for this position close on Sunday, 7 December 2025 at 11:55pm. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Finance, Supply Chain, and Purchasing Industries Higher Education #J-18808-Ljbffr



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