Procurement & Partnerships Manager – Human Services

Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety – Mackay QLD seeks a Manager to lead Investment, Planning and Partnerships, driving procurement outcomes and value for money for vulnerable individuals and communities. The role guides contract management teams, governance, finance and cultural capability while fostering innovation.

It involves planning, market assessment, risk management and regional procurement processes in partnership with multiple business areas, ensuring effective

Qualifications

• Experience leading procurement teams in a human services environment.
• Ability to manage contracts, governance, finances and people.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to contract management teams within a human services procurement environment.
• Lead procurement planning including market assessment, risk planning and co-design.
• Lead regional procurement processes including supplier evaluation and selection.
• Manage supplier performance to ensure value for money and contract compliance.
• Provide strategic and operational advice on service investment and contract management to senior management.
• Build relationships with diverse stakeholders to maximise procurement opportunities.
• Represent the unit at forums with regional leadership and external stakeholders.

Job description

Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety – Mackay QLD seeks a Manager to lead Investment, Planning and Partnerships, driving procurement outcomes and value for money for vulnerable individuals and communities. The role guides contract management teams, governance, finance and cultural capability while fostering innovation.

It involves planning, market assessment, risk management and regional procurement processes in partnership with multiple business areas, ensuring effective