Head of Procurement and Contracting

Brisbane, QLD
Contract
Full-time

10 days ago

About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. .SummaryJoin Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) as the new Head of Procurement and Contracting - a pivotal leadership role that will drive strategic transformation and deliver long-term impact. This is a rare opportunity to combine professional excellence with purpose, leading an organisation-wide shift towards best practice procurement, strong governance, and values-led stewardship.

Location: BCE Office - Woolloongabba
Work hours: Full-time | Flexible working arrangements available
Salary: $275,000 total package including super and access to a motor vehicle
Status: Fixed Term | 5 Years
Ad Close Date: 8 September 2025
Contract: James Muller (0431 046 301) or Peter Murphy (0429 703 234)

About the opportunityIn this position you will be responsible for:

Lead the design and delivery of a centre-led procurement and contracting model that achieves compliance, efficiency, and exceptional value-for-money.
Be BCE's principal commercial advisor, providing expertise in complex procurement, vendor performance, and contract lifecycle management.
Align procurement with BCE's strategic goals, sustainability commitments, and Catholic Social Teaching values.
Build, inspire, and mentor a high-performing team with a strong commercial mindset and service excellence culture.
Drive supplier engagement and third-party contracting compliance, embedding probity, transparency, and strong governance.
This role offers a career-defining opportunity to deliver enterprise-wide transformation in a large, complex environment.

About youBCE seek an Executive level procurement and contracting leader who combines commercial acumen with values-based leadership. You will be a proven change leader with a track record of delivering results in complex or decentralised organisation.

Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Law, Finance, Procurement, or a related field.
Membership with CIPS, CPP, or an equivalent recognised procurement body.
Deep expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, procurement risk, and vendor assurance.
Strong digital and systems capability with ERP/procurement platforms and analytics tools.
Proven success leading multidisciplinary teams and building organisational capability.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
A commitment to ethical procurement, sustainability, and social responsibility.
Experience in education, not-for-profit, government, or faith-based sectors will be highly regarded.

BCE is more than a workplace it is a community driven by purpose. As a leader, you will have the opportunity to shape impactful outcomes for both the organisation and the broader community. You will be part of a values-led organisation that combines commercial excellence with Catholic social teaching. As the new Head of Procurement and Contracting you will drive a transformation program focussed on innovation, sustainability, and ethical procurement. Work with a supportive leadership team committed to positive change and delivery of high performance in an organisation with a culture of professional growth, wellbeing, inclusion, and respect.Why choose BCEJoin us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, :

Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here:

and * Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options

Active staff social club and wellness programs
Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where . The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.Equity and inclusion are at the and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.By choosing to continue, you agree to the Privacy Policy (Employment Collection Notice which includes being contacted by Brisbane Catholic Education in future if a similar position becomes available) and to be included in BCE's talent pools for future opportunities.

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