Procurement Manager

About the Role 

We are seeking a highly capable and strategic Procurement Manager to lead a team of Procurement Specialists in delivering best-in-class procurement services within the Customer and Corporate Services (CCS) portfolio. This role is critical in ensuring the organisation secures the goods, services, and facilities it needs—on time, at the right quality, and at the best total cost of ownership. 

As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing end to end procurement services across the Customer Experience and Finance, Commercial and Digital (excluding Digital) business groups. Procurement activities will be led by your team, and you will work closely with them and with key stakeholders to shape procurement strategies and develop category plans that support broader business priorities.

In this role, you will provide expert commercial advice, drive strategic procurement initiatives, and ensure the efficient and timely delivery of procurement services aligned with business needs. You will demonstrate strong commercial acumen, build effective stakeholder relationships, and coach and uplift your team to deliver best in class outcomes.

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead, coach, and support a team of 2 x Senior Procurement Specialists and 1 x Procurement Specialist to deliver best in class procurement services with focus on the overall Procurement Plan and associated activities to increase maturity.
• Partner with stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives and improve commercial outcomes. 
• Provide subject matter expertise in procurement, sourcing, and contract management processes. 
• Apply category management principles to identify opportunities, manage risk, and drive value. 
• Oversee sourcing activities from strategy development to contract award, ensuring governance and probity. 
• Manage supply panel, supplier relationships, and contract performance to ensure value realisation and service excellence. 
• Track and report on procurement benefits, value creation, and key performance indicators. 

About You 

• 8+ years proven experience in procurement leadership roles, ideally within complex or regulated environments. 
• Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills. 
• Expertise in category management, sourcing, and contract management. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive continuous improvement. 
• Relevant qualifications in procurement or supply chain management (e.g. CIPS) are desirable. 
• Experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies and advising at executive level. 
• Skilled in reporting procurement outcomes to executive leadership and governance bodies 

Recruitment Process 

• To apply, please submit your CV along with a covering letter explaining why you are the right candidate for this role. 

Essential Requirements: 

• You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. 

Closing Date: 11^th March 2026.

For more information, or to request an accommodation information, you can contact priscilla.dahdah@sydneywater.com.au

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too. 

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans. 

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