Deputy Director, Strategic Sourcing
Monash University
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Position Details
* Location: 211 Wellington Road, Mulgrave
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Duration: 3‑year fixed‑term appointment
* Remuneration: $184,668 pa (Level 10A) + 17% employer superannuation
About the Office
The Office of the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice‑President is one of the professional services portfolios supporting the University's core businesses of education and research. It provides best‑practice financial and business advice and services, including financial accounting, taxation, budgeting, financial performance and reporting, costing, strategic procurement, insurance management, purchasing to payment, research and revenue accounting, business strategy, the University's banking relationships, investment funds and borrowings, and the management of major projects with complex financial and legal dimensions.
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, building strong stakeholder relationships, and enhancing the reputation and influence of Strategic Procurement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead end‑to‑end delivery of strategic sourcing activities, from strategy development to complex negotiations and contract implementation.
* Provide expert advice on procurement and commercial matters, ensuring outcomes that deliver value‑for‑money across the University.
* Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing strategic sourcing team, fostering collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
* 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.
* Shape the University's procurement framework of the future and influence organisational‑wide strategic initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience
* Post‑graduate qualifications or extensive senior management experience.
* Exceptional commercial and strategic sourcing expertise.
* Proven success in managing complex, high‑value procurement initiatives and leading high‑performing teams.
* Strong negotiation, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
* Deep knowledge of procurement standards, advanced analytical and planning capabilities, and ability to deliver innovative solutions.
* Accreditation with the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS or FCIPS) is highly desirable.
Our Culture
We value difference and diversity. Monash encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
Working Arrangements
Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements, enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments, including support for parents.
Applications Close: Sunday 7 December 2025, 11:55pm AEDT
Enquiries: Dan Thearle, Director, Strategic Procurement,
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