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Procurement Manager
Consulting Strategy
Company shared salary
Attractive daily rates AUD
Market rate
A$9,000–A$12,500/mo (A$108,000–A$150,000/yr)
Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).
About the Company
6-Month Contract Melbourne, Sydney or Adelaide We are seeking a senior Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management activities across enterprise technology. This is a highly autonomous role suited to an experienced procurement professional who can operate independently, influence senior stakeholders, and drive commercial outcomes across a complex technology environment. The initial contract is for 6 months, with a strong likelihood of extension and potential longer-term opportunities.
About the Role
Working closely with Technology, Risk, Cyber Security, Legal, and Business stakeholders, you will lead end-to-end procurement activities across a broad enterprise technology portfolio. You'll be responsible for delivering strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiating complex commercial agreements, and ensuring supplier relationships deliver maximum value. This role requires someone who can look beyond transactional procurement and identify opportunities to improve processes, governance, supplier performance, and overall team efficiency. Technology categories will include: CRM platforms Workflow and service management platforms Cloud and SaaS solutions Cyber security technologies and services Technology infrastructure and managed services
Responsibilities
- ● CRM platforms
- ● Workflow and service management platforms
- ● Cloud and SaaS solutions
- ● Cyber security technologies and services
- ● Technology infrastructure and managed services
- ● Lead end-to-end procurement and sourcing activities across enterprise technology categories.
- ● Develop and execute category strategies aligned to business and technology objectives.
- ● Manage complex procurement processes, including RFPs, evaluations, contract negotiations, and supplier selection.
- ● Negotiate favourable commercial outcomes and manage key supplier relationships.
- ● Partner with senior stakeholders to support technology transformation and strategic initiatives.
- ● Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes and improve operational efficiency.
- ● Drive supplier performance, governance, and risk management outcomes.
- ● Support compliance with regulatory requirements, including CPS 230 and CPS 234.
- ● Provide commercial advice across software, cloud, technology services, and managed services engagements.
Requirements
- ● Extensive experience in technology procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management within large enterprise organisations.
- ● Strong background procuring enterprise technology solutions across CRM, workflow management, cloud, and technology services categories.
- ● Experience working within regulated environments, ideally banking, financial services, insurance, or other highly regulated industries.
- ● Solid understanding of CPS 230 and/or CPS 234 requirements.
- ● Strong commercial, negotiation, and contract management skills.
- ● Proven ability to influence and engage senior business, technology, and risk stakeholders.
- ● Demonstrated experience identifying efficiencies, improving procurement processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- ● Comfortable operating autonomously with minimal supervision.
- ● Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know-we're here to support you.
Credential Requirements
for Australia
Requirements shown are for Indian professionals relocating to Australia.
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Must have to work
State Law Society Admission
State Law Society / Bar Association
Cost: AUD 500–2,000
Timeline: 6–18 months
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Must have to work
CPA Australia / CA ANZ Membership
CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ
Cost: AUD 600–1,200/year
Timeline: 1–3 years
For public accounting/audit sign-off only — finance roles do not require it
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Required for PR/Visa
VETASSESS Skills Assessment (Accounting)
VETASSESS
Cost: AUD 800–1,000
Timeline: 3–5 months
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