Senior Procurement Manager

About The Role
This is an exciting newly created role at Kinetic IT. This is your opportunity to lead the integrated procurement function shaping strategy governance and supplier partnerships to drive cost optimisation and operational efficiency. This role champions compliance fosters strong stakeholder relationships and drives continuous improvement in procurement processes while building and inspiring a high-performing team.

Responsibilities will include:
Lead the integrated Procurement function including Accounts Payable Facilities and Office Administration setting clear direction priorities and strategy aligned to business objectives. Drive procurement planning to support organisational needs and deliver value.
Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders across the organisation providing procurement guidance and promoting a strong customer-service mindset. Build effective relationships with internal teams and key suppliers influence cost-optimisation initiatives and support cross-functional collaboration while ensuring compliance with finance and risk frameworks.
Ensure procurement activities comply with Delegations of Authority No PO No Pay requirements and internal policies. Oversee the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay process ensuring appropriate approvals contracts and spend controls are in place and maintain procurement policies and procedures to support audit readiness and continuous improvement.
Lead key supplier relationships and major contract procurement to ensure commercial value and risk mitigation. Oversee supplier performance and contract compliance in collaboration with Contract Managers and Commercial Enablement and drive cost optimisation through negotiation supplier consolidation and alternative sourcing strategies.
Identify and sponsor process improvement and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and procurement cycle times. Monitor and report procurement performance savings and compliance to senior management and ensure timely month-end and year-end procurement close with tracking of realised savings.
Lead coach and develop a multidisciplinary procurement and administration team. Set clear performance objectives support capability development and training and foster a culture of accountability collaboration and safety in line with organisational policies.

What youll bring to the table:
Extensive proven procurement experience including sourcing and contract management.
Leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and driving process improvements.
Strong knowledge of P2P processes governance and compliance frameworks.
Demonstrate ability to challenge negotiate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Experience in process automation and procurement systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred)
Ability to guide business efficiency and process optimisation through Lean or similar practices
Exposure to facilities management and office administration procurement.
Bachelors in a relevant discipline
CIPS or equivalent would be highly regraded

About Kinetic IT
Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace Cloud Cyber Security Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities.
For more than 25 years weve partnered with some of Australias most important organisations helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government critical infrastructure education law enforcement defence emergency services utilities and transport.

Be You Create the Future
At Kinetic IT were driven by a shared passion for technology customer success and community impact.
With over 1500 talented people working across Australia we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch helping shape the future of tech here and beyond.
We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where youre safe to be your best real self. We tackle challenges together celebrate success together and make sure everyone feels valued supported and proud of the work they do.
As an equal opportunity employer we welcome people of all abilities backgrounds cultures and genders. Were proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer.

The Kinetic IT Difference
Growth-focused culture Formal training mentoring vendor exam support communities of practice and regular development reviews.
Advance your career Access new roles via our internal Opportunity Marketplace careers hub.
Flex your work Hybrid options flexible hours mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting).
Celebrate together Social events cultural celebrations end-of-year functions and more.
Wellbeing matters Health and wellness resources tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
Other Perks- Access to our employee discounts platform discounted gym membership and more.

How To Apply
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