Procurement Manager - Software & Projects

Job Description

Procurement Manager - Software & Projects Join Swinburne’s Procurement Department Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus, hybrid WFH options HEW 8, attractive salary + 17% super and staff benefits About the Role Are you a commercially-focused and agile procurement professional with a passion for technology and software licensing? We are looking for a dynamic Procurement Manager – Software & Projects to lead our procurement initiatives and contract management in the Technology and Software licensing areas.As the Procurement Manager, you will play a crucial role in delivering value across the full procurement lifecycle, from category planning to sourcing strategy, execution, and contract management. You will develop strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, providing sound commercial advice and identifying innovative solutions to tackle complex business challenges. Your expertise in the supplier market for Software and other IT categories will ensure that you deliver on our key commercial priorities. About You To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: Significant experience in procurement or commercial roles, preferably within the Software and Technology category; demonstrable experience in contract negotiation and management. Broad understanding of the software licensing models, with an appreciation of the constraints and challenges involved in managing the software licenses. Developed relationship management experience, including the ability to positively influence, motivate and negotiate with a variety of stakeholders. Experience in delivering results and innovative solutions in large and/or complex organisations. Proven ability to successfully manage multiple and complex projects and hold a commitment to meeting timelines. Qualifications Relevant diploma or degree qualification, and/or progressing towards postgraduate qualifications; Or extensive experience and management expertise; Or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. About Swinburne University of Technology Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on Applications Close: 5pm Thursday 27th February 2025 Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact at or call +61 3 9214 3550. Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to (general enquiries will not be answered by phone). Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes. As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant. Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. #J-18808-Ljbffr