Utilise your IT procurement experience to contribute to a loved Australian brand
About Our ClientThe client is a well-established, nationally recognised organisation with a strong retail presence, focused on delivering quality and innovation through strategic commercial practices. They are committed to operational excellence, supplier collaboration, and a customer-first approach, driving transformation across key departments including Finance, Procurement, and IT.Job DescriptionThe Procurement Specialist will lead sourcing initiatives including RFIs and RFPs, ensuring market competitiveness and alignment with business goals. The role involves negotiating and finalising commercial agreements, developing procurement strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with broader organisational objectives. The Specialist will also provide governance support to ensure adherence to procurement policies, identify efficiency opportunities, and promote vendor consolidation. Additionally, they will be responsible for delivering savings targets, managing commercial risks, addressing disputes, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Key to the role is the ability to influence change, optimise vendor relationships, and manage complex procurement tasks while balancing timelines and priorities. Regular collaboration with internal teams including Legal, Risk, and Finance is essential to achieve strong commercial outcomes.The Successful ApplicantThe ideal candidate will bring at least two years of experience in IT procurement, with a strong understanding of sourcing requirements in the technology space. They will demonstrate high attention to detail, advanced communication skills, and a collaborative mindset that supports business partnerships. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, time management, and multitasking is crucial to manage multiple sourcing events and negotiations. A strategic thinker, the candidate will be commercially astute, solutions-focused, and proactive in identifying opportunities for cost savings and improved service delivery. Key personal attributes include motivation, resilience, adaptability, integrity, and the ability to work cross-functionally with stakeholders from legal, risk, and finance backgrounds. They must possess a strong sense of accountability, a customer-centric approach, and a commitment to upholding compliance and safety standards.What's on OfferThe successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a key role in driving procurement transformation within a high-profile organisation. This role offers exposure to strategic projects, cross-functional collaboration, and the chance to influence commercial outcomes at scale. You'll join a supportive and dynamic team environment where your input is valued, and where ongoing development is encouraged. With a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement, this position provides a platform to build your procurement expertise in a complex IT category, while achieving measurable impact through cost-saving initiatives and process enhancements.
