About the Department

The 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 Division

The primary purpose of the Financial Policy and Information Services Group (the Group) is to provide strategic and technical advice in the areas of finance and resourcing, information technology and procurement.

Procurement Division leads and provides support for the Department's (including schools) goods and services procurement framework, and provides support for grants, fleet and travel management and gifts, benefits and hospitality. Procurement Division is responsible for policy and governance of goods and services procurement for corporate and schools, including the provision of support and expertise, category strategy development and select procurement activities.

About the Role

A career developing opportunity exists for you as a competent Senior Sourcing and Category Management Specialist.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have experience in leading sourcing activities
• Have experience in managing contractual arrangements and supplier relationships

 Capabilities

Can you demonstrate:

• Experience in leading sourcing activities in alignment with procurement policies and procedures and delivering savings and benefits across an organisation
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence and negotiate and build relationships with clients
• Robust understanding of category management and experience in managing contractual agreements with suppliers

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 3+ years procurement and/or contract management experience
• Relevant tertiary qualification in procurement or CIPS qualification

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant skills, personal qualities and capabilities that align with this role.

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.

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 page.

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday 17 September 2024.