Procurement Manager Water & Environmental Services

About us

At Sydney Water were passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities and our employees. We have a proud heritage and a progressive future providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.

About the Role

The Procurement Water & Environmental Services Team are seeking 2 highly capable and strategic Procurement Managers each leading a team of 3 Procurement Specialists in delivering best-in-class procurement services. These roles are critical in ensuring the organisation secures the goods services and facilities it needson time at the right quality and at the best total cost of ownership.

The roles will focus in 2 separate business areas:

Supply with a focus predominantly on Chemicals

and Technical Services focusing on Maintenance Repair and Operations (MRO)

Moving from a traditional tactical source to contract model to a more Strategic end-to-end model these roles are part of a new Procurement Structure that aims to enhance efficiency and deliver improved Commercial outcomes.

Both roles are ideal for someone with a Growth Mindset who works well with Stakeholders and is keen to contribute to improving our culture and how we collaborate as a team.

You will provide expert commercial advice drive strategic procurement initiatives and ensure the efficient delivery of procurement services aligned with business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead coach and support a team of Procurement Specialists to deliver high-quality procurement outcomes services.
• 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

• 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
• 8 years experience in procurement category management and/or business partnering in a large complex organisation preferably in a similar organisation or industry sector

Recruitment Process

• To apply please submit your CV along with a covering letter indicating your preferred business group portfolio and explaining why you are interested in supporting that area.

Essential Requirements:

You must be anAustralian CitizenorPermanent Residentat the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.

Dive into Our Great Benefits:

Competitive Remuneration:Well ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.

Hybrid Work Environment:We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration supporting our teams productivity and well-being.

24/7 Wellbeing Support:Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.

Discounted Private Health Insurance:Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.

Fitness Passport:Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.

Closing Date: Monday 6 October 2025 11:59pm AEST.

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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 Sydneys 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 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 welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people LGBTQIA people with disability people with caring responsibilities people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and veterans.

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