Overview Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time Salary: $120,352 - $173,961 Grade: STL 6 Occupation: Accounting, finance and procurement Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs Reference: VG/CS/1905668ES Take ownership of procurement strategy in a respected organisation. Lead initiatives end-to-end, from design to delivery, and make a tangible impact while fostering collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.
* Footscray location with flexible, hybrid work arrangement
* Applications close 5 February 2026
About State Trustees We are the public trustee of Victoria with a strategic vision to support Victorians in protecting and growing their legacy and financial wellbeing. With a sense of community, we offer critical financial and legal products and services including Will Writing, Powers of Attorney, Executor Services, Trustee Services, and Personal Financial Administration. About the Role We are looking for a skilled Manager, Contracts and Procurement to lead the organisation's contract management and procurement activities. This is your chance to drive value for money, strong governance, and capability uplift across the organisation. What you'll do
* Lead the full procurement lifecycle: planning, sourcing, negotiation, contract award, and supplier management.
* Provide expert commercial advice and support complex contract negotiations.
* Develop and implement procurement and contract management frameworks, templates, and standards.
* Build capability across business units through training, coaching, and mentoring.
* Partner with internal stakeholders (CFO, GMs, Corporate Legal) and maintain strong, ethical supplier relationships.
* Manage a small team, set objectives, and ensure operational excellence.
What we're looking for
* Tertiary qualification in business, accounting, or related field.
* Proven experience in procurement, contract management, and commercial negotiation.
* Strong understanding of procurement governance, delegations, and organisational standards.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience in government or public sector procurement frameworks is highly desirable.
Employee Benefits
* Career development
* Health and well-being programs
* Flexible working conditions
* Education assistance
* Purchased leave
* Employee assistance program
* Reward and recognition program
* Free Will preparation
* Retailer discounts
* Charitable workplace giving
* Employee social club
Most importantly, you will be part of an organisation that works collaboratively to improve the lives of Victorians. Our Culture For our clients, our people and the Victorian community, we demonstrate Care, Unity, Passion – we are here, we work together, and we bring our best. How to Apply If you're keen to join our organisation in this highly transparent and rewarding role, click Apply to start the application process. In your application ensure you include a cover letter and resume. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to fairness, diversity and respect and will respond to requests for reasonable adjustments from applicants with disabilities. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applications close Thursday 5 February 2026 at 11.59pm Posted 22 January 2026