Senior Procurement Specialist

Department-of-Education-1; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Education invites applications for a Procurement Sourcing Specialist (VPSG5) based in Melbourne CBD. You will provide commercial procurement expertise to internal stakeholders, lead end-to-end sourcing activities and develop tender documentation, while delivering procurement strategies across high-value procurements.

A strong focus on compliance, market intelligence and best value will guide your engagements with business areas.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in a related field.
• 5+ years of procurement sourcing experience with high complexity/high value procurements.
• Experience in ICT procurement is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial and procurement expertise to internal stakeholders.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities and tender development.
• Develop procurement strategies and manage procurement categories.
• Support school procurements and manage panels for schools.
• Benchmark market, assess risks and ensure best value for the Department.

Skills

Procurement sourcing

ICT procurement

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to join the Procurement sourcing team and to demonstrate your strong procurement expertise and experience. The Procurement sourcing team is an energetic, proactive and collaborative team of procurement professionals who deliver the following activities;provide commercial and procurement expertise, advice and assistance to internal stakeholders;assist business areas to deliver sourcing activities end-to-end; incorporating strategy development (with business area subject matter experts), development of tender documentation, evaluation of proposals, negotiation and award;undertake procurements on behalf of schools and set up and manage buying panels for schools;develop procurement strategies, and management of procurement categories under direction of the Procurement Manager that will leverage opportunities and benefits for the Department;provide advice, input and intelligence on procurement activity to the Procurement Manager for reporting purposes;apply critical thinking to benchmark, research and assess the market, determine risks, analyse competition;analyse trends and new opportunities, to ensure best value is achieved for the Department;working on Division strategic projects in line with Division objectives;undertake duties as required for procurement related matters.Employment type: VPSG5 | Ongoing, Full-Time RoleLocation: Melbourne CBDCapabilities:This role requires a can-do attitude along with strong procurement sourcing experience, an exceptional client focus along with strong organisation and planning skills and a commitment to procurement compliance and best practice.Your capacity for collaboration, driving continuous improvement, and cultivating genuine relationships will be pivotal for your success.Required Qualifications and Experience:Relevant tertiary qualification in a related field5+ years of procurement sourcing experience with experience in high complexity, high value procurementsHighly regarded: ICT procurement experienceThe Department supports flexible work arrangements. This role requires a minimum of 3 days working in the office per week.About the DepartmentThe role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society. The department supports a culture of leadership, learning and renewal in all workplaces with opportunities for career development and advancement.About the DivisionProcurement Division supports the Department's core functions and strategic priorities by ensuring excellence in goods and services procurement practices.The Procurement Branch supports and advises on goods and services procurements undertaken by schools and business areas across the Department. Procurement sourcing teams undertake procurement planning and strategy development, as well as leading sourcing activities end- to-end. The Branch is also responsible for the delivery of procurement training to school and corporate staff; implementation of the whole-of-Victorian-Government procurement reform program and policies and a range of corporate compliance and reporting functions.How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant skills, personal qualities and capabilities that align with this roleFurther Information:For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion pageApplicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Cassandra Boyd - Procurement Manager via [phone] or [e-mail] applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.Applications close 11:59pm on Thursday, 29 October 2026.