Make a meaningful difference with us:

We’re looking for someone who wants to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts. To build meaningful relationships and make a difference in the lives of others.

Reporting to the General Manager Central Procurement & Fleet, the ICT Sourcing Manager will lead development and implementation of effective sourcing strategies for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) products and services.

We are looking for a resilient individual that can work in a highly collaborative manner with cross functional teams. This role focuses on supporting the organisation’s technology goals through strategic procurement practices, including leading end-to-end ICT sourcing, managing supplier relationships, conducting market analysis, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulatory standards.

Please note, this is a 6-month, fixed term contract position with the possibility of extension. Flexibility is important to us, and we know it is to you too - this role supports hybrid working.

Your part in our UnitingCare team

Develop and execute ICT sourcing and procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives

Manage the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle for ICT hardware, software, services, and related contracts

Conduct market analysis and supplier assessments to identify potential suppliers and evaluate vendor capabilities

Lead supplier negotiations to secure optimal terms, pricing, KPIs and service levels

Collaborate closely with ICT, finance, legal, and other internal stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure compliance

Ensure compliance with organisational policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards

Manage supplier risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies

Prepare reports and presentations on sourcing activities and savings

Managing supplier relationships and lifecycle of contracts that fall outside of the Digital and Technology team’s scope

What makes a difference for us?

Proven experience (3+ years) in ICT sourcing/procurement or related roles using the QITC contracting framework

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field – Highly regarded

Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor management skills

Strong influence and relationship building skills

Desirable: Experience in a not-for-profit sector. Use of Coupa sourcing module

What makes a difference for you?

The opportunity to be part of the second-largest Queensland employer who has been leading by example as a proud not-for-profit, for more than 100 years. Joining our team, you’ll be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. We’re a proud not-for-profit with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital.

Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

Access to salary packaging, meal and entertainment benefits - up to $15,900 per year tax free as well as up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meal and entertainment benefits. To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the following link: Salary Packaging Explained

A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, a wellbeing program and employee assistance program.

Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme.

Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.

Safe workplace

We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.

Child safe, Child friendly

UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for children, implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services and appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur.