• Flexible and dynamic working environment
• Competitive salary and great benefits
• 3 positions – between Eastern Creek and Ultimo (Hybrid/ WFH)

The Opportunity

As the Sourcing and Procurement Manager you will proactively collaborate with internal business customers to understand medium to long term business requirements. The Sourcing and Procurement Manager develops effective procurement category and sourcing strategies by analysing markets, building market intelligence, developing, and implementing action plans and best practice supply base management practices to realise objectives. You will actively lead and manage multiple programmes from development of sourcing strategies, tendering, contract award and ongoing relationship management.

You will work within a team that provides the complete end to end Procurement support to help TransGrid drive business outcomes.

This is a great opportunity to join a reputable organisation, with plenty for room for career growth and development. We offer flexible work arrangements to enable a healthy work life balance, and operate in a hybrid work environment with opportunities to work from home.

As the successful Sourcing and Procurement Manager you will be responsible for:

• Strategic Supplier Relationship Management
• Market Analysis and Risk Mitigation
• Panel Development and Management (Goods and Services)
• Category Management and Process
• Market approaches, Source to Contract and Procure to Pay
• Contract Administration (in line with Project Procurement)
• Business Partnering and Support

Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or similar discipline. CIPS Accreditation considered an advantage
• Extensive experience in leading procurement category strategies and supplier relationship management activities in Operations categories, preferably in project procurement for capital intensive industries, involving international sourcing
• Excellent analytical skills and strong command of analytical methodologies coupled with an understanding of market research
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Knowledge and experience with contemporary procurement and contract management systems, preferably SAP, ELLIPSE, COUPA, ARIBA
• In depth understanding of the principles and application of the Legal Framework policy
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver effective presentations at a senior executive level
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, to enable interaction with staff at all levels
• Proven planning, problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to work through issues with moderate complexity and guide and/or coach others in the resolution of problem
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and build a culture of accountability and performance
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
• Good business sense, trustworthiness, dedication, creativity, professionalism and a strong work ethic
• Knowledge of Work Health & Safety and Environment policies and procedures

Recognition & Reward

• Structured leadership and development programs
• Hybrid working environment and flexible work arrangements available
• 14 weeks Parental Leave (includes adoption)
• 2 weeks Other Parent Leave
• Annual picnic day (additional day off)
• Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Salary sacrifice and novated leasing options
• Access to sports and social clubs

In return for your hard work we have numerous benefits and initiatives to support you personally and professionally including but not limited to private health insurance discount, motor vehicle lease plan, career development support, study assistance program and workplace flexibility.

Join us and make it happen for your career, and for the millions of Australians who rely on our services every day.

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Applications close on Thursday, 25th November, 2021.

Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions in place, the successful candidate may be required to commence their employment working from home. TransGrid actively promotes flexible working arrangements within our teams. We have strong team structures, culture and communication tools in place to ensure all employees remain actively connected to each other and the broader organisation.

• Our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received and interviewing may commence earlier than closing date.
  

• We do not accept agency introductions as TransGrid operates a direct sourcing model.

TransGrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.