Procurement Manager

AGL; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Discounts on energy and solar plans

Participation in recognition programs

Access to study assistance and insurance deals

Job summary

A leading utility company in Melbourne seeks a Procurement Manager to drive value from suppliers through strategic procurement practices across technology categories. This role includes managing procurement activities, leading negotiations, and ensuring governance for major projects. A strong background in project management and leadership is essential for success in this position. Flexible working options and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Preferred tertiary qualifications in relevant fields.
• Proven leadership experience in complex project environments.
• Experience in managing supply chain risks and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement technology team aligned with strategic goals.
• Lead complex negotiations and sourcing activities.
• Oversee commercial governance for major projects.

Skills

Leadership experience

Project management skills

Ability to translate business drivers

Planning and prioritisation

Strategic vendor models

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Commerce, Business or Law

Job description

Overview

Procurement Manager role at AGL. The Procurement Manager is responsible for maximising value from strategic suppliers through market intelligence, insights, and effective implementation of best-in-class procurement processes and practices across Technology categories. This involves delivering new sources of value beyond cost (e.g., innovation, time to market, risk management) to drive ongoing stakeholder satisfaction within business units and to proactively influence critical business decisions related to external expenditure while managing risk.

This role is responsible for developing and leading procurement activities across the organization with a focus on technology. To align with AGL's strategic objectives, this portfolio includes responsibility for Source to Contract strategies and commercial management of strategic contracts relating to major projects. This role will deliver commercial outcomes across AGL, including taking the lead in program procurement activities, while ensuring governance across supplier activity.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement technology team, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and driving innovation in procurement processes.
• Be an active member of the Retail & Corporate Procurement Leadership Team, contributing to the development and execution of procurement strategies across the organization.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations and support critical sourcing activities.
• Liaise with procurement partners on contracts, requirements, and category strategies.
• Collaborate effectively with partners to implement course corrections and mitigation strategies as needed.
• Oversee the commercial and governance framework for major projects.
• Enable and facilitate strategic engagement between stakeholders and partners through an effective communication model.
• Grow and strengthen partner relationships to drive high-quality services and performance that deliver operational excellence and business value.
• Implement and manage a Continuous Service Improvement (CSI) process with partners and leverage CSI initiatives to create additional value beyond contract requirements.
• Focus on optimising contract performance and mitigating supply chain risks through facilitating collaborative working.
• Provide guidance to stakeholder groups on procurement policies and processes, including contract management.
• Manage supply risk and ensure compliance with responsible sourcing, ethics, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications associated with Engineering, Commerce, Business or Law is preferred, with additional qualifications highly valued.
• Knowledge of business drivers and issues facing a large-scale, matrix organisation and best practice procurement, with ability to translate these into requirements for inclusion in portfolio activity.
• Proven leadership experience in leading and developing teams and managing projects to deliver complex initiatives and projects.
• Talent development experience to nurture and grow the skills of the procurement teams.
• Experience in planning and prioritisation to ensure efficient and effective procurement processes.
• Extensive experience in working on large-scale initiatives and projects with a proven ability to lead transformation for positive change.
• Proven experience in enterprise functions, including time in highly complex technology environments.
• Advanced experience in strategic plans and project management skills.
• Experience and skills in strategic and outsourced vendor models.
• Strong knowledge across service delivery and operations in an outsourcing environment.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key internal stakeholders, c-suite executives, and external strategic partners.

We'd love to see your application by Monday, 15 September 2025.

Benefits

• Flexible working options including hybrid work.
• Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans.
• Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.
• Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.
• Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions.
• Access to study assistance, AGL's share purchase plan and insurance deals.

Benefits may change over time and vary based on location.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

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AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

Location: Docklands VIC 3008

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Utilities