Procurement Consultant

Michael Page; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management consultancy in Australia is seeking a Senior Procurement Consultant to assist clients with complex procurement strategies and contract management. The ideal candidate will lead projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff. A strong background in procurement consulting, excellent analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to communicate effectively are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful outcomes for clients and drive business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Procurement.
• Proven expertise in procurement advising or consulting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement systems and tools.
• Strategic mindset focused on delivering measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on procurement strategies, sourcing, and contract management.
• Lead engagements and develop tailored solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Manage stakeholders and conduct market analysis.
• Mentor junior consultants and support business development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication abilities

Problem-solving skills

Strategic mindset

Education

Relevant qualification in Procurement

Tools

Procurement systems and tools

Job description

About Our Client

A leading management consultancy, trusted by government and private sector clients to deliver procurement and commercial advisory services.

Job Description

As a Senior Procurement Consultant, you will advise clients on complex procurement strategies, sourcing, and contract management. You will lead engagements, develop tailored solutions, and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.

The role involves stakeholder management, market analysis, and guiding clients through end-to-end procurement processes. You will contribute to thought leadership, mentor junior consultants, and support business development initiatives. This position requires balancing strategic insight with hands-on delivery to achieve sustainable outcomes for clients.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Procurement Consultant should have :

• A relevant qualification in Procurement.
• Proven expertise in procurement advising or consulting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and high-level communication abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement systems and tools.
• A strategic mindset with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.