- Full time permanent position
- $110,535 + 12% Superannuation
- Doncaster
Civic Centre
Are you a strategic procurement leader who thrives on
driving value, influencing stakeholders and improving organisational
capability? Manningham Council is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement
Specialist to lead key sourcing initiatives, uplift procurement maturity and
deliver high‑quality outcomes for our community.
In this key leadership role you
will:
- Lead, mentor and support a small team of
procurement specialists
- Champion best practice procurement and contract
management across the organisation
- Strengthen systems, frameworks and processes to
drive organisational compliance
- Build strong relationships across the
organisation to drive procurement maturity
- Partner with the organisation to uplift
capability in procurement and contract management
Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100
different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and
galleries to shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that
Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.
We provide challenging and rewarding employment
opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive
and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of
benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career
development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.
We’re constantly transforming our organisation to
best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new
game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape
positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity
to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a
culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.
About the role
You will
play a key leadership role in delivering strategic, ethical and best‑practice
procurement and contract management across Manningham Council. Leading a small
team of specialists, the role partners closely with internal stakeholders to
drive value‑for‑money outcomes, strengthen governance and uplift organisational
capability. With a strong focus on collaboration, continuous improvement and
compliance, the position supports the delivery of essential services and
contributes to positive outcomes for the Manningham community.
Skills and experience
You will
bring strong leadership capability and extensive experience in strategic
procurement and contract management within a complex environment. With well‑developed
influencing, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, you will partner
effectively across the organisation to deliver value for money and strengthen
governance. You will demonstrate sound commercial judgement, a commitment to
best practice and continuous improvement, and the ability to build capability
by mentoring others and fostering a positive, collaborative learning culture.
Position Description can be viewed below or is
available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section:Job Vacancies
How to
Apply
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For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment
process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us
Applications
close on Tuesday 21 April 2026 at
11:00pm.
Don’t meet every requirement for this role?
Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely
to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that
different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience
doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about
this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.
Council
recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.
To ensure
equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications
from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities,
gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.
Manningham Council have a number of policies
and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy,
flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various
communication methods when working remotely.
If you require
any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please
advise the contact listed above in advance.
Manningham Council
is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a
Working with Children Check.
