Sourcing Specialist

WaterNSW; City of Parramatta; Hybrid; AUD 121,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

9-day fortnight

Parental leave

Fertility leave

Wear allowance

Professional development

Remote area benefits

Salary + super

Job summary

WaterNSW is seeking a Procurement Sourcing Specialist (Digital) on a max-term two-year contract to partner with business leaders and technology stakeholders. You will lead sourcing activities supporting the digital, technology and ICT portfolio within WaterNSW.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in Procurement or related field, strong experience in digital procurement, and a proactive approach to improving procurement processes and supplier outcomes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Business, Commerce or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in (Digital) procurement, sourcing and/or category management with end-to-end source-to-contract understanding.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management across diverse business groups.
• Commercial mindset balancing risk, value, compliance and business objectives.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented with sound judgement and initiative to improve stakeholder outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFx documentation, supplier engagement, evaluations, negotiations and contract awards.
• Develop clear scopes of work, technical requirements and procurement strategies aligned with WaterNSW standards.
• Draft and oversee procurement plans, evaluation plans, award recommendations and governance artefacts.
• Support supplier performance management through reviews, issue resolution and development initiatives.
• Drive improvements to procurement processes, systems and ways of working to improve efficiency and governance.

Skills

Sourcing

Digital procurement

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiations

Education

Procurement qualification

Job description

Technology is transforming how organisations operate, and at WaterNSW, we're investing in the digital solutions, systems and services that enable us to deliver vital water services to communities across New South Wales. We are currently seeking a Procurement Sourcing Specialist (Digital) on a Max-term two (2) year contact to partner with business leaders and technology stakeholders, leading sourcing activities that support our evolving digital, technology and ICT portfolio.

Our Perks and Benefits

• Flexible working - 2 days in the office
• Work a 9-day fortnight at Full pay on the Enterprise Agreement
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Fertility leave
• Corporate wear allowance
• Professional development and educational assistance
• Access to remote area benefit packaging - based on work location
• Attractive Salary $121,185 - $133,316 + 12% Super
• And so much more!

Whatyou’ll do

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including preparing RFx documentation, engaging with suppliers, coordinating evaluations, managing negotiations and facilitating timely contract awards.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to develop clear, fit-for-purpose scopes of work, technical requirements and procurement strategies that align with WaterNSW standards and deliver successful supplier outcomes.
• Draft, review and oversee critical procurement documentation, including procurement plans, evaluation plans, recommendations for award, contracts and associated governance artefacts.
• Support supplier performance management by participating in performance reviews, addressing supplier issues, contributing to supplier development initiatives and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Drive improvements to procurement processes, systems, tools and ways of working, helping enhance efficiency, governance and stakeholder experience.

What we are looking for

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Procurement, Business, Commerce or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience in (Digital) procurement, sourcing and/or category management, with a strong understanding of end-to-end source-to-contract processes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence outcomes across a diverse range of business groups.
• A strong commercial mindset, with the ability to balance risk, value, compliance and business objectives to achieve positive procurement outcomes.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented approach, demonstrating sound judgement, initiative and the ability to identify practical opportunities to improve outcomes for stakeholders.

Who we are

WaterNSW operates the state's dams, capturing and storing water, and then supplying it ready for distribution - for the environment, agriculture, industry and the community. With 41 major dams and hundreds of waterways across the state, we play a vital role at the source of the state's water, delivering two thirds of all water used in NSW.

We're the people taking care of the state's water at the source - capturing, storing, delivering.

How we will support you

At WaterNSW, we balance flexibility - and the way we work - with the needs of the business, our teams, and us as individuals. When it comes to working in an office, we work in a hybrid way. If you're required to be in the field or on site, the benefits of flexibility can be achieved in other ways, such as through a condensed work week.

We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities for women. Visit our WORK180 page to access our benefits and career development opportunities.

Our commitment & culture

No matter how or where you work, safety is the number one priority. This means the physical and mental safety of you, your colleagues, and the public.

WaterNSW is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Veterans, and people from all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate the unique perspectives, knowledge and lived experience you bring and are committed to ensuring an inclusive, supportive and respectful workplace for everyone.

Find out more at waternsw.com.au

For more information, please reach out to: ***email_hidden***

Please note applications for this position will close on Wednesday 30th Setember at 11.59 pm.

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