Strategic Procurement Lead

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Location: Fitzroy

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time working 38 hours per week

Are you a dynamic and hands-on procurement professional looking to make a significant impact in a diverse, multi-stream NFP business?

We are seeking a Strategic Procurement Lead who is ready to take charge and drive the development and refinement of our procurement processes. In this role, you will: Lead and Innovate: Take the helm in developing and refining procurement strategies that align with our business goals.

Your innovative approach will ensure efficiency and effectiveness across all procurement activities. Collaborate and Influence: Work closely with various departments to understand their needs and provide procurement solutions that support their objectives. Your ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders will be key to your success.

Optimise and Streamline: Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings. Implement best practices and leverage technology to streamline procurement operations. If you are passionate about procurement and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you. Join us and be a part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Apply now to make a difference!

What we offer our employees

• Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role

This role is key in developing a Procurement Strategy for the acquisition of services, programs and goods, plus the effective design of systems to ensure procurement activity meets Strategy 2030.  The role will provide direct support to BSL management and staff to uplift the internal capability of teams, ensure Modern Slavery requirements are met and the inclusion of Indigenous suppliers are considered. 

Core duties include:

You must be very hands on to be successful in this role.  With limited reports and operating within a decentralised model, there will be loads to do. If you are keen to drive change in process and also improve the procurement capability, then please consider applying.  You will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing a Procurement Strategy.
• Conducting analysis and lead/support procurement activity across the organisation.
• Develop an annual Procurement Plan.
• Guide, support and at times lead contract negotiations, RFX activity, systems uplift and process development.
• Develop and train users org wide in contract management, contractor performance and purchasing decision making.
• Develop relevant reporting that can be used for spend analysis.

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Business (Grad Dip, Masters, MBA).
• CIPS qualifications or other related
• Extensive experience leading the development and uplift of a procurement function.
• Extensive experience working within a complex business environment spanning multiple business domains.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategy.
• Demonstrated experience implementing systems/applications and reporting to support procurement activity.
• Ability to work in an organisation with low systems/application and data maturity

If this sounds like the right fit for you

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

• A tailored cover letter,
• A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and
• A 2-page (maximum) written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description. 

Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.

To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here.

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Jennie Longhurst at [email protected] for a confidential discussion, using the subject line: Strategic Procurement Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.

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