Senior Sourcing Specialist

Location: Melbourne CBD / Hybrid
Classification: VPS5 equivalent
Salary: $543.37 - $598.35
Work Type: Temporary contract, full-time hours
Assignment length: 21 July - 8 October 2025

Are you an experienced procurement professional ready to take on a senior role in a dynamic public sector environment? We’re seeking a motivated Senior Sourcing Specialist to lead end-to-end sourcing activities, manage strategic procurement projects, and deliver value-for-money outcomes across a range of high-impact initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex end-to-end sourcing processes, from planning through to contract award
• Develop sourcing strategies, evaluation plans, negotiation frameworks, and stakeholder briefings
• Collaborate closely with internal clients and multidisciplinary teams to support strategic objectives
• Provide expert advice on procurement compliance, risk management, and value creation
• Drive continuous improvement across procurement practices, tools, and systems
• (If applicable) Provide leadership and support to junior procurement team members

About You: You’re a strategic thinker with sound commercial acumen and strong negotiation skills. Your ability to manage high-value sourcing activity in a regulated environment, combined with a customer-focused approach and excellent stakeholder engagement skills, will be key to your success.

What We’re Looking For:

• Demonstrated experience delivering complex sourcing initiatives in line with public or private sector procurement frameworks
• Strong understanding of contract development and commercial risk management
• Ability to develop effective stakeholder relationships and influence at senior levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of briefings and reports
• Knowledge of government procurement processes is highly desirable
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in procurement, commerce, law, or a related field are advantageous

Why Apply?

• Join a collaborative and values-driven team
• Contribute to meaningful public sector outcomes
• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid working options
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for career growth

Applications close: 16th of July 2025 or when maximum submissions are reached.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.