Procurement Manager – SRMState Government | Contract Location: Melbourne Rate: $55 per hour + super Type: Contract 6 months, ASAP start State Government experience is mandatory Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in a transforming public sector environment? This Procurement Manager – SRM role offers the opportunity to deliver a critical Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework across a large Victorian State Government organisation.If you thrive in complexity, are commercially strong, and enjoy building mature supplier partnerships, this role is for you.
About the Role The Procurement Manager – SRM is responsible for driving the delivery, adoption, and continuous improvement of the organisation’s Supplier Relationship Management framework.
The position focuses on building strong supplier partnerships, maximising contract value, strengthening governance, and enhancing performance while proactively identifying risks and opportunities across the supply base.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Supplier Engagement
* Build, develop and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers.
* Work with category leads and internal stakeholders to understand organisational priorities and supplier landscape.
* Proactively seek feedback from suppliers to improve buy/sell dynamics and relationship satisfaction.
Performance, Compliance & Governance
* Ensure SRM activities align with Procurement and third‑party risk policies.
* Maintain accurate supplier information, meeting notes, contacts, and contractual records.
* Administer KPIs, SLAs, and procurement proposals in line with Victorian Government Procurement Board (VGPB) requirements.
* Track supplier performance, manage performance improvement plans, and escalate issues as needed.
* Identify and support risk mitigation across commercial, regulatory, operational, and performance areas.
Value, Innovation & Continuous Improvement
* Identify value opportunities aligned with procurement, category, and organisational objectives.
* Promote “customer of choice” positioning to attract innovation and supplier-led solutions.
* Support initiatives to increase engagement with Aboriginal-owned, SME and regional suppliers.
* Drive internal engagement, adoption, and understanding of SRM program requirements.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Strong commercial and negotiation capability.
* Proven ability to work cross‑functionally and support organisational change.
* Demonstrated experience identifying value opportunities and supporting joint planning with suppliers.
* State Government experience (mandatory).
Desirable Attributes
* Ability to develop strong, trusted supplier relationships.
* Knowledge of SRM best practice, government procurement frameworks, and supplier governance.
* Strong process management and problem‑solving capability.
* Tertiary qualifications in procurement, supply chain, project management or similar (or equivalent experience).
* Experience in supplier contract management, commercial management, or procurement (2–3 years minimum).
Personal Attributes
* High level of resilience, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and remain composed in a fast‑paced public sector environment.
* Collaborative working style and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
* Ability to ensure compliance with procurement frameworks and procedures.
* Continuous improvement mindset with proactive problem-solving.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to influence, negotiate, and build trust across all levels.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.