Senior ICT Procurement Manager

UQ Business School; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Brisbane is seeking a Senior ICT Procurement Manager to lead procurement strategies and contract management across the ITS division. The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in strategic sourcing and involves guiding teams to meet procurement targets while ensuring compliance with policies. This role offers valuable benefits including flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave

17% superannuation contributions

Health and wellness discounts

Career development opportunities

On campus childcare options

Affordable parking

Salary packaging options

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading ICT procurement projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement policies and strategic sourcing processes.
• Expertise in commercial and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-value ICT procurement and contract negotiations.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies.
• Provide expert advice on ICT procurement policies.

Skills

ICT strategic sourcing

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Education

Postgraduate degree in IT, business, commerce, law or related field

Job description

About This Opportunity

The Senior ICT Procurement Manager plays a critical role in leading strategic sourcing, procurement planning, and contract management across the ITS division. Working within a collaborative and high-performing team, this position partners with stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop and deliver best-practice procurement strategies that align with the University’s strategic direction. The role also provides leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring procurement activities are conducted efficiently, accurately, and in line with University and government policy frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Leading high-value, high-risk ICT procurement and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with University policies and procurement best practices.
• Developing and implementing fit-for-purpose procurement strategies, including spend, demand, and market analysis for ICT categories and sub-categories.
• Providing expert advice and guidance to stakeholders on ICT procurement policies, processes, and contracts while fostering strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Coaching and supporting team members to build strategic sourcing capability and contribute to continuous improvement across procurement practices.
• Independently prepare ICT procurement contracts based on UQ’s specifications and approved template terms and manage the execution of ICT contracts

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

You are a highly experienced procurement professional with specialist expertise in ICT strategic sourcing and contract management. With strong commercial acumen and the ability to lead complex procurement projects, you bring a balance of technical knowledge, negotiation skills, and stakeholder engagement experience. You thrive in dynamic environments, working independently while also guiding and supporting others to achieve outcomes aligned with organisational strategy.

You will demonstrate:

• Qualifications equivalent to a postgraduate degree in IT, business, commerce, law, or a related field, with extensive relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education/training and experience).
• Extensive experience in leading and advising on ICT strategic sourcing projects, from planning, risk management, and development of tender documentation through to vendor negotiation and contract delivery.
• Strong knowledge of procurement policy, procedures, and strategic sourcing processes as they apply to ICT procurement in large, complex organisations.
• Expertise in commercial and contract negotiations, with experience developing and finalising ICT contracts, including independently drafting and assessing supplier terms.
• Broad understanding of ICT industry drivers, trends, and category dynamics, with extensive experience managing high-value ICT sourcing projects end-to-end.
• Proven ability to consult, influence, and build credibility with diverse stakeholders, balancing competing priorities to deliver successful procurement outcomes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate persuasively and reconcile diverse perspectives.
• Strong organisational and risk management skills, with the ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Leadership experience in coaching and supporting team members while effectively managing human and financial resources.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sumit Bansal, Associate Director, ICT Procurement and Commercial Services at [e-mail].

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We\'re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We\'re committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [e-mail].

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 29 October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-55961).

Please note, applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. The University of Queensland reserves the right to close this application process early.