Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $142,790 - $191,084
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Accounting, finance and procurement
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/DJ9197/SEP/2026
About us
The Finance and Procurement business unit provides department-wide financial, procurement and workplace services through strategic leadership and setting the direction, policy, and processes, and partnering with the department to build capability.
Procurement Services monitors and reports on procurement performance and manages several high-profile strategic projects to minimise procurement risk and support the delivery of value-for-money.
The role is part of the Strategic Sourcing team, responsible for delivering non-ICT goods and services to all departmental business, while working closely with the other teams in the branch to support delivery of the department's strategic objectives through provision of procurement services.
What you will do
As Sourcing Manager, you will lead procurement work across the department. You will help teams secure good value while managing financial and commercial risks.
You will:
About you
You need knowledge and experience in public sector procurement. You also need experience managing a team.
A relevant tertiary qualification is highly desirable, especially in procurement, commerce, law or business administration.
You should also have:
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Greg Barnes at [email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
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