The Opportunity The Deputy Director, Strategic Sourcing is a senior leadership role within Strategic Procurement, focused on driving excellence across the University's procurement activities.
This role will lead complex and high-value sourcing initiatives, develop and implement commercial strategies, and ensure procurement aligns with the University's strategic objectives.
With a focus on value, compliance, and innovation, the Deputy Director will champion best-practice procurement across the University, supporting sustainable financial outcomes while building strong stakeholder relationships and enhancing the reputation and influence of Strategic Procurement.
The position will play a critical role in aligning leading procurement practices across the University and Controlled Entities across the Monash Group.
This position will be responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of strategic sourcing activities, from developing sourcing strategies to executing complex negotiations and implementing contracts.
The Deputy Director will provide expert advice on procurement and commercial matters, ensuring outcomes that deliver value-for-money across the University.
The position will lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing strategic sourcing team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
It will also drive innovation, implement best-practice procurement processes, engage with senior stakeholders through workshops and briefings, and ensure governance, compliance, and risk mitigation across all procurement activities.
The role will play a pivotal part in shaping the University's procurement framework of the future and influencing organisational-wide strategic initiatives.
To be successful in this role you will have postgraduate qualifications or extensive senior management experience, complemented by exceptional commercial and strategic sourcing expertise.
You will demonstrate proven success in managing complex, high-value procurement initiatives and leading high-performing teams.
Strong negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills are essential, along with the ability to influence at senior levels.
You will possess deep knowledge of procurement standards, advanced analytical and planning capabilities, and the ability to deliver innovative solutions.
Accreditation with the Chartered Institute of Procurement