Procurement Partner (2 positions available)

QUT (Queensland University of Technology); Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 161,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive remuneration

Generous superannuation

Indigenous Australian engagement

Job summary

Queensland University of Technology seeks a Procurement Partner to join Finance Business Solutions, Chancellery Division. Lead sourcing, category management and strategic procurement initiatives across diverse spend areas while collaborating with senior leaders to deliver value and manage risk.

The role offers a hybrid arrangement with ongoing, full-time employment and a focus on driving strategic outcomes aligned with the university’s priorities.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications in procurement or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Senior procurement experience across multiple categories.
• Strong business acumen and leadership with measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic procurement advice and lead sourcing and category management.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver value, manage risk and inform decisions.
• Ensure governance, compliance and best practice across categories such as tech, equipment and services.
• Collaborate with senior leaders across the university to enable informed decisions.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Category management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analytics

Leadership

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in procurement

Job description

• Remuneration: $161,241 to $168,919 pa (HEW9) (inclusive of $136,251 to $142,738 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

• $136,251 to $142,738
• Ongoing, full-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Reference number: 26544
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $161,241 to $168,919 pa (HEW9) (inclusive of $136,251 to $142,738 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Procurement Partner (2 positions available) to join Finance Business Solutions, Chancellery Division.

Join QUT’s Strategy and Investment Portfolio and help deliver procurement outcomes that support the university’s long term strategic ambitions. As a Procurement Partner, you will provide strategic procurement advice, lead sourcing and category management activities, and partner with stakeholders to deliver value, manage risk and support informed decision making across a diverse range of spend categories, including research equipment and consumables, technology, business and teaching services, and property and facilities. Working within Finance Business Solutions, you will collaborate with senior leaders and business units across the university, providing an agile and customer focused procurement service while ensuring compliance with governance and best practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys building strong relationships, influencing outcomes and contributing to meaningful organisational objectives.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About Us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a ‘real world’ focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

Join QUT’s Strategy and Investment Portfolio and play a key role in shaping strategic procurement outcomes across one of Australia’s leading universities. As a Procurement Partner, you will provide trusted advice and category management leadership to a diverse range of stakeholders, delivering strategic sourcing initiatives, market analysis, supplier performance management and procurement solutions that support QUT’s long-term vision. Working across categories such as research equipment and consumables, technology, business and teaching services, and property and facilities, you will help drive value, manage risk and enable informed business decisions. Based within Finance Business Solutions, you will work closely with senior leaders and business units across the university, balancing operational priorities with procurement governance and best practice. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment that values customer focus, accountability, respect and empowerment. If you are a procurement professional who enjoys building strong stakeholder relationships, influencing strategic outcomes and delivering tangible value, we would love to hear from you.

What You Need To Succeed

• Postgraduate qualifications in procurement or a related business or law discipline and extensive relevant experience; or extensive management experience and proven management expertise; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Extensive relevant experience at a senior level in procurement category management, including experience across one or more of the QUT categories (including Research, Equipment and Consumables, Business & Teaching Services, Technology, Property and Facilities).
• Demonstrated high level of business acumen and leadership with proven results in a complex environment.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence across multiple business areas to develop and deliver category strategies and outcomes to meet the constantly evolving needs of the university.
• Proven track record of utilising data analytics to assess return on investment and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, including demonstrated ability to manage constructive and collaborative working relationships with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders and provide authoritative, well researched advice with an ability to confidently articulate complex issues in a succinct manner.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement.

Life at QUT

We’re Committed To Building a Culture That Fosters Connection Between People And Purpose. Beyond Personal And Professional Fulfillment, a Career At QUT Offers

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
• Generous parental leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy , aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

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