Director Procurement Policy, Frameworks & Governance
Director Procurement Policy, Frameworks & Governance
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Lead the Future of Procurement at Transport for NSW.
Transport for NSW (TfNSW) is undertaking a bold Procurement Transformation Program establishing a centre-led Procurement branch within our Finance Technology & Commercial Division.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of procurement in NSW. As we implement a new operating model youll be at the forefront of driving reform and innovation across all procurement functions at Transport for NSW one of the largest procuring agencies in the country.
As Director Procurement Policy Frameworks & Governance you will lead a team through this transformation driving consistency compliance and capability uplift across the enterprise. Your leadership in operational excellence will ensure procurement practices across TfNSW comply with evolving government legislation policy requirements and NSW procurement accreditation standards.
Were looking for a self-motivated independent leader who thrives on a challenge -someone who brings energy and determination to complex environments and is excited by the opportunity to build influence and lead at scale.
Your leadership will directly contribute to delivering greater public value strengthening governance and achieving the outcomes that matter most to the people and communities of NSW.
In this role youll:
- Lead the development implementation and continuous improvement of a centre-led procurement operating model that delivers consistency efficiency and compliance across the organisation.
- Establish and continuously update enterprise-wide procurement policy frameworks to keep pace with changing legislation regulations and organisational goals.
- Build scalable user-friendly processes that support both compliance and innovation across goods services and construction procurement.
- Design and enhance procurement processes tools and templates to improve efficiency accountability and capability uplift.
- Manage and ensure TfNSWs NSW Procurement Accreditation for Goods and Services maintaining compliance with government requirements and driving continuous improvement in alignment with accreditation standards.
- Develop and implement organisation-wide training and development programs to embed procurement excellence and uplift capability across all divisions.
- Align procurement frameworks with best practices in category management strategic sourcing and contract management.
- Provide expert guidance on policy and framework compliance while promoting procurement excellence and continuous improvement.
- Embed Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) principles into procurement to support TfNSWs sustainability commitments and maintain accreditation.
- Lead enterprise-level procurement performance reporting using data and insights to monitor compliance inform decision-making and support continuous improvement across the organisation.
- Build grow and lead a high-performing team of procurement professionals ensuring policies and processes align with regulatory obligations government expectations and accreditation requirements.
This is an ongoing Transport Senior Service Executive (1B) role. Please see the role descriptionand Information Pack for more information
About You
As an experienced and strategic leader you have deep expertise in government procurement regulations accreditation requirements and public sector best practices.
With a proven track record in leading procurement policy governance and framework initiatives within a large organisation you excel at stakeholder engagement and influencing senior leaders.
Your category management strategic sourcing and contract lifecycle management skills combined with your commitment to embedding ESG principles make you the ideal candidate to transform TfNSWs procurement operations.
Your strong communication data-driven approach and collaborative mindset will be pivotal in driving continuous improvement and procurement excellence.
Experience in public sector or highly regulated environments will be highly regarded along with a strong commitment to delivering public value transparency and meaningful reform
Join us
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If youd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives visit Transport careers.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.
This role is hybrid-friendly meaning you can mix in-person days at your teams home base location with remote days.
What are you waiting for Connect with us. Apply now!
Applications close: 11:59 pm Monday 4th August 2025.
For more information about this role please contact
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
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