Procurement Manager

253 Nationwide News Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Publications access

Perks & discounts

Health & wellbeing onsite gym

Parental leave

Job summary

News Corp Australia in Sydney seeks a Procurement Manager - Technology on a 12-month maximum-term contract, based in Surry Hills. You will partner with Head of Procurement and cross-functional teams to lead strategy, negotiations, and a robust procurement program across technology, digital, platform and data categories.

The role demands 5-7+ years of strategic sourcing or contract management experience, strong negotiation skills, and a data-driven approach.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management or commercial contract management within a complex corporate environment.
• Proven track record partnering with technical teams and translating IT, platform and digital requirements into robust commercial documents.
• Strong contract review, drafting and supplier dispute management aligned with Legal counsel.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement lifecycle across technology categories including strategy development, market engagement, tendering, supplier evaluation and contract execution.
• Draft, structure and negotiate high-quality, fit-for-purpose commercial contracts for varying risk engagements.
• Present data-backed award recommendations to executive leadership.

Job description

What's the role?

Step into a visible, high-impact role as Procurement Manager - Technology, based in our Surry Hills office on a 12-month maximum-term contract. Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement, you will act as a primary commercial partner across our technology, digital, platform and data categories. This is a visible, hands-on role where you will establish and execute an annual procurement work program, lead complex commercial negotiations and partner closely with key internal functions- including Legal, Finance, Global, and Cyber - to ensure News Corps operational, security and financial interests are protected throughout the entire contract lifecycle.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Execution

Lead the end-to-end procurement lifecycle across technology categories, including strategy development, market engagement, tendering, supplier evaluation and contract execution. Draft, structure and negotiate high-quality, fit-for-purpose commercial contracts for low- to high-risk engagements. Prepare and present clear, data-backed award recommendations to executive leadership.

Commercial & Financial Management

Partner closely with Commercial Finance to ensure deals align with operating budget envelopes. Drive initiatives to deliver on individual and team-wide annual cost-optimisation targets without compromising operational performance. Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to secure market-competitive rates and sustained commercial value.

Contract Governance & Risk Management

Guide business stakeholders on contract lifecycle management, proactively handling claims, disputes, renewals, and variations. Partner with Legal, Cyber and Global teams to safeguard NCA's compliance, IP and data security standards. Identify operational and supply chain risks early, embedding robust mitigation strategies into agreements.

Who are you?

5-7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management or commercial contract management within a complex corporate environment. Proven track record partnering with technical teams, with the ability to translate complex IT, platform, and digital requirements into robust commercial documents. Strong background in contract review, drafting and supplier dispute management in close alignment with Legal counsel. Highly commercially astute and data-driven, using market insights and metrics to challenge the status quo and unlock value. Exceptional relationship builder and influencer who can respectfully challenge assumptions and engage everyone from front-line engineers to senior executives. Experience within a media, digital platform, or broadcast environment is highly regarded.

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

News Extras Benefits

Our benefits include:

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits
• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

• Helping you grow - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career
• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organised charity drives
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia. In an evolving media industry our brands continue to drive the story and influence the agenda - 7.4 million Australians read one of our national, metro or regional paid daily titles a week. We are proud to be the greatest storytellers in Australia. Our products are innovative and dynamic, constantly adapting to new challenges and pioneering the way forward to lead the market. A fast paced and ever changing environment requires adequate, robust and reliable business systems and processes which play a vital part in our success.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage, please do not hesitate to let us know here.