* Full-time (1.0 FTE), Ongoing
* $94,303 + superannuation
* Location: Dandenong
Chisholm is seeking an experienced Procurement & Contract Management Lead for our Information & Technology Services team.
BELONGING & INCLUSION
Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people's unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education. Chisholm's culture of Belonging & Inclusion strives to promote a self-regulating culture that enhances the experiences of our employees, students and communities.
About The Role
As a Procurement & Contract Management Lead, your key responsibilities include:
* Manage procurement approval workflows, monitoring progression of tender submissions, service provider evaluations, contract negotiations, purchase orders, requisitions and other paperwork in the context of procurement.
* Plan, develop and oversee the contracts register to capture information relating to business ownership, expiry dates, contractual service level details, contract performance indicators and any other information deemed relevant for service provider management in line with the Victorian Government Purchasing Board framework and Chisholm's framework.
* Monitor service provider performance addressing any issues with Service Level Agreements, contract performance, client expectations and outcomes and develop systems to ensure requests are responded to in a timely manner and client satisfaction levels are enhanced.
* Make effective judgements under pressure, consider alternative courses of action, devise action plans and advocate new approaches to complex issues.
* Make decisions that impact ITS and other areas of the organisation, with the potential to flow into industry or other non-government sectors in the short-medium term.
* Monitor, assess, and ensure the value and performance of service provider agreements.
* Ensure service provider performance standards are included in agreements and service providers are assessed against agreed standards on an ongoing basis, with an understanding of service delivery, reporting, safety and compliance contract requirements.
About You
You are a highly motivated individual with well-developed skills in procurement and service provider management, preferably within a government setting. You will have experience in preparing and processing paperwork related to procurement activities, including tender submissions, service provider evaluations, contract negotiations, purchase orders, requisitions and other paperwork in the context of procurement and can coordinate procurement activities between business stakeholders, General Counsel, Procurement and Finance team.
You have excellent analytical, problem solving and decision making skills, and the ability to provide advice on and resolve complex issues of an operational nature within a large, diverse organisation with competing demands for human, financial and physical resources. You have highly developed and engaging communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to liaise and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels and have a high level of attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple demands and work in fast-paced environments.
Qualifications Required For The Role
Relevant tertiary qualification and experience in procurement and administrative fields; or lesser formal qualifications and management expertise in procurement and administrative fields; or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education /training.
About Us
Chisholm is one of the largest vocational training providers in the state with a team of over 1,400 dedicated staff supporting 41,000 students who choose to study at Chisholm and training at our modern campuses across Melbourne's southeast and online. We partner with governments, educational institutes, and businesses worldwide, sharing our expertise in vocational education.
We offer over 400 courses that include nationally accredited pathways from secondary school programs and short courses, through to certificates, diplomas, and degrees.
At Chisholm, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people.
Chisholm has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated consistently in accordance with Chisholm policy and procedure.
What We Offer
* An Inclusive work culture – Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people's unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education.
* Professional Development – continue to grow your career.
* Networking Opportunities with Industrial Partners.
* State of the art facilities on our campuses.
* Free on-site parking as well as locations close to public transport.
* Free Employee Assistance Program – get the support you want. It's confidential.
If this is the job for you, please apply online now. We look forward to receiving your application!
Important Information About Your Application
Your application should include:
* a cover letter
* your resume
* contact details of three (3) referees.
Please note, appointment to this position is subject to satisfactory completion of Safety Screening requirements including:
* Verified copies of qualifications and transcripts as listed in your resume
* Current valid Employee Working with Children Check
* Verified copy of unrestricted rights to work in Australia
* Verified National Police Check.
Applications for this position close at 10.00 am Wednesday 1 April 2026.
If you have any questions regarding the position or require further information, please contact Monica Mariasingarayan, Head of Information & Technology Services at moncia.mariasingarayan@chisholm.edu.au.
We are committed to a fair and equitable merit-based recruitment process for all our candidates. If you have specific accessibility or support requirements please contact our Belonging & Inclusion Lead by emailing ashlea.hey@chisholm.edu.au.
Chisholm reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.
Find out more about us by visiting us on our Website and social media sites.
How To Apply
* If you have NOT registered with our Online Application System, you can begin your Application by clicking the 'Begin' button below.
* If you know your Login details, click here and follow the steps.
* FORGOTTEN YOUR LOGIN DETAILS? click here and follow the steps.
* Preview Application Form
By choosing to continue, you agree to the privacy policy. Show Privacy Policy
#J-18808-Ljbffr