Vendor Onboarding Manager

Kapitol Group is one of Australia’s fastest-growing construction companies, transforming the industry through innovation, technology, and a commitment to excellence. We’re driven by our core values – Supportive, Authentic, Inspirational, Driven, and Customer-Centric.

This isn't just about managing vendors – it's about forging strategic partnerships, delivering operational excellence, and playing a key role in managing the emerging Trade Partner (Vendor) Engagement Framework.

Why Kapitol Group?:

• Career Growth: Advance your skills with leadership and professional development programs.
• Innovative Work: Be part of industry-leading projects powered by cutting-edge technology.
• Well-Being Focus: Enjoy a safe, sustainable, and flexible working environment.
• Recognition & Impact: Contribute to award-winning projects that make a difference.
• Inclusive work place: We are recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive the future of Vendor partnerships (subcontractors) by developing the Trade Partner Engagement Onboarding and broader vendor management strategies.
• Be the trusted advisor on all thing’s vendor onboarding and ensuring ongoing compliance, performance, and alignment with stakeholder needs.
• Support the development and lead the implementation of a VMS to run and manage the prequalification process and conduct periodic reviews
• Lead governance and engagement-facilitating key vendor meetings, tracking actions, and updating reporting packs with clarity and precision.
• Ensure vendor performance and compliance to regulatory requirements
• Support other internal functions through the full vendor lifecycle including sourcing, contract variations, and change management initiatives.
• Be an active member of the Leadership team and collaborate with other teams including Operations, Commercial, Finance and HSEQ
• Build and develop a high performing team to delivery the Trade Partner Onboarding function

Who You Are:

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years' experience 7- in vendor management including development of vendor strategies and supplier relationship management
• Procurement experience in the Australian construction industry in large scale projects with sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.
• Excellent project management and planning abilities to lead initiatives from end to end.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify systemic issues and craft scalable solutions.
• Sharp critical thinking and communication skills-comfortable engaging across all levels and presenting with impact.
• Agile mindset with a focus on outcomes and adaptability to shifting priorities.
• Solid understanding of the procurement lifecycle and vendor governance best practices.

What’s In It for You?

• A competitive remuneration package.
• Benefit from unparalleled training programs, fast-tracked career growth, exposure to projects across a variety of sectors.
• Access exclusive perks such as free health assessments and paid parental leave for both primary and secondary care givers.
• Join an organisation that believes in breaking down silos and fostering open, dynamic internal communications.

Kapitol value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We are recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, life stages, cultures, faiths, sexual orientation, and genders.