About the Role
Maitland City Council has an exciting opportunity for a Manager Strategic Procurement. Reporting to the Executive Manager Finance Services, this new role will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of procurement strategy within Maitland City Council.
Responsibilities
This role is responsible for providing leadership on the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) function, integrating Procurement, Stores/Warehouse and Accounts Payable to deliver a controlled and compliant operating model. You will develop and maintain a central contract management framework and register while overseeing contract performance, championing organisation‐wide contract compliance and reducing contract spend. In this role, you will lead complex, high‐value tenders, negotiations and sourcing initiatives, develop pricing models and supply agreements that optimise cost, manage risk and deliver sustainable value. You will provide the organisation on probity advice for high‐risk or sensitive procurements, whilst ensuring compliance with legislative, regulatory and ethical requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
* Be tertiary qualified in Procurement, Commerce, Business, Law, Logistics, or related discipline.
* Possess extensive experience in public sector procurement (preferably Local Government), including tendering, contract negotiation and supplier management.
* Have demonstrated experience managing high‐value contracts, establishing contract management frameworks and lifecycle management of contracts.
* Strong understanding of Procure to Pay process coupled with experience with procurement and financial systems with experience overseeing procurement, stores and or accounts payable functions.
* Strong ability to lead, develop and manage high‐performing teams.
* Demonstrate high level interpersonal and communication skills and the capacity to influence outcomes with people at all levels internally and externally.
In addition to the above, you will possess previous experience mentoring and leading employees. Your values will closely align with our Guiding Principles, and you will thrive on the opportunity to drive collaboration, innovation and enthusiasm organisation-wide.
Benefits
This is a full‐time role with a competitive salary package on offer, which will be negotiated at the time of offer with the successful candidate.
* Flexible Working Options
* Paid Parental Leave
* Ongoing training and development
* Health & Wellbeing programs
* Additional Corporate leave
* Free parking
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.
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