* Public Sector Senior Executive - Band 1
* Temporary Full-Time up to 30 June 2027
* Parramatta
About us
The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.
About the role
We have an opportunity for a Director, Sourcing & Tender Negotiations to be part of our Strategic Procurement, Financial and Business Services team. The Director, Sourcing & Tender Negotiations provides strategic procurement leadership to the Sourcing and Tender Negotiations team managing sourcing & supplier engagement, contract delivery and risk management strategies across a portfolio of categories to ensure the organisation attains the best value in the goods and services required to enable achievement of its goals. The role also coordinates the overall supplier analytics and spend cube for the Strategic Procurement Command.
This role includes a total renumeration package (all inclusive) of between $208,400 – $245,773. The salary bandwidth for this role is commensurate with the candidate's skills and experience aligned to the leadership and delivery of the essential criteria.
The role leads the procurement function, including development and implementation of strategic and operational sourcing, procurement, contracting and supply management strategies, and operations processes to ensure the organisation attains the best value in the goods and services required to enable achievement of its goals.
Please address the target questions, the essential criteria along with a copy of the applicant's CV. This role is based in Parramatta with some scope to negotiate hybrid working conditions within NSWPF policy.
View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)
What we can offer you
At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:
* competitive salary;
* flexible work options;
* opportunity to purchase leave;
* corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
* free annual influenza vaccination; and
* in-house gym facilities.
How to Apply
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.
To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.
Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.
You must also address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.
Target Question 1:
Describe a time when you have had to manage competing stakeholder needs and/or priorities and discuss the strategies you employed?
Target Question 2:
Managing policy compliance within a centre-led corporate function is critical for functions like Strategic Procurement. Please describe a scenario where you have had to influence internal stakeholders to understand their obligations around policy/process/guideline compliance?
Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.
If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Claire Stone via 0423 395 803.
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:
* an Australian Citizen;
* a permanent resident of Australia; or
* a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport.
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
Our commitment to Diversity
At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.
We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:
* Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at
* Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at
* Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.