Manager, Procurement

Docklands - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full Time Ongoing role with the EPA Victoria!

Salary: VPS 6.1 $138631 - $ 162076 pa 12% super

Location: 664 Collins Street Docklands - Hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office)

About the Organisation

EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victorias environment and people. We work with community industry and businesses. As the needs of Victorians change we must be equipped to adapt and respond to a range of factors.

We are a workplace committed to new ways of working; EPA celebrates diversity of people and lifestyles. We offer a wide range of practical options to support both your work and personal life.

The EPA Experience

See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand
Range of internal working groups networks and volunteering opportunities
On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles
Flexible start and finish times as well as compressed work week options

About the role:

You will lead a small team to deliver procurement and contracting services for the organisation. Youll be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies to drive cost savings process improvements as well as manage supply chain risks such as modern slavery. It will be important to ensure compliance with EPA policies and Victorian Government Purchasing Board (VGPB) requirements.

In this role you will:

Formulate and execute comprehensive procurement strategies to optimise processes and achieve significant cost savings and process efficiencies
Manage a team providing guidance and fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment
Manage contract structures commercial terms and any departures providing expert contract management advice and deferring to legal division when necessary.
Oversee and manage budgets ensuring expenditures remain within approved limits while identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities.
Develop and strengthen effectively stakeholders relationships both internally and externally at EPA to build strong working relationships and achieve high quality outcomes.

Promote and enforce high ethical standards in all procurement activities ensuring fair treatment of suppliers transparency in the procurement process and adherence to ethical guidelines.

Ensure all procurement activities comply with EPA policies and legal requirements and prepare detailed and regular reports on procurement performance.

Skills and experience:

Substantial experience in procurement logistics and contract management preferably within both government and private sectors.
Demonstrated experience in managing a team.
A relevant tertiary degree and/or postgraduate qualifications in procurement business management or a related discipline is desirable.
Proven Experience in the procurement of ICT good and services.
Knowledge of procurement logistics supply chain and contract management.

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How to apply

Click the Apply button to submit your application.Applications close on 23rd November 2025 @ 23:59

Applicants Should Submit:

Cover letter; addressing your experience the key selection criteria motivations and suitability to the role.
Resume; including contact details of two referees.

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Need to know more

All prospective employees will also undergo a National Criminal Record Check prior to an offer of employment. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to police checks reference checks and role related security clearances.

** Please note: EPA will be temporarily closed for the Holiday Season from 29 December 2025 to 31st December 2025 (inclusive). Employees will be required to use their annual leave balances during this period and the People & Culture team will automate the leave application for all employees. Please discuss leave options with your manager upon commencement and consider that in absence of accrued leave you may need to take leave without pay. **

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Manager

Full Time Ongoing role with the EPA Victoria!Salary: VPS 6.1 $138631 - $ 162076 pa 12% superLocation: 664 Collins Street Docklands - Hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office)About the OrganisationEPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victorias environment and...