Sydney Water is a large complex organisation seeking a dynamic and commercially astute Senior Procurement Specialist to deliver best-in-class procurement services across the organisation. This role ensures timely access to goods, services, and facilities at optimal total cost of ownership.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver strategic procurement services with timely access to goods, services, and facilities at optimal total cost of ownership.
* Partner with business units for commercial advice, improved stakeholder engagement, and upheld procurement governance.
* Support category management by developing and executing strategies that align with business goals and deliver measurable value.
* Lead end-to-end sourcing activities from market engagement to contract negotiation and award, ensuring compliance and best practice.
* Manage contracts and panels, including renewals, variations, and issue resolution, while supporting consistent contract management processes.
* Monitor supplier performance, sustainability, and relationships to drive continuous improvement and strategic outcomes.
About You
* Ambitious procurement professionals with 5+ years' experience in similar sectors.
* Strong analytical skills, ability to interpret internal and external data to shape effective procurement strategies.
* Familiarity with natural gas, electricity metering, or water metering.
* Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to negotiate commercial terms and manage contracts across their full lifecycle.
* Excellent communication skills, proactive approach to collaboration and relationship building.
* Candidate must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident, flexibility to travel across Sydney sites as required.
Essential Requirements:
* Candidates must meet all requirements specified.
We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds. Sydney Water is an equal opportunity employer.