Strategic Sourcing Manager

Overview:

• Full-time, Continuing position

• $141,417 - $151,521 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

About You

Join RMIT University as a Strategic Sourcing Manager and play a key role in shaping the procurement strategy for our Property Services portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sourcing professional who thrives in a complex stakeholder environment and has a passion for delivering commercial value through strategic procurement and supplier management. In this role, you will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies and tender processes across a range of property-related categories, including facilities management, maintenance services, capital development projects, construction-related services, and panel arrangements. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to deliver procurement outcomes that balance cost, quality, risk, sustainability and service performance.

You will also contribute to the ongoing management and optimisation of supplier panels, supporting vendor governance activities, supplier performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working collaboratively with Category Managers and Vendor Managers, you will help ensure supplier relationships are aligned with broader category strategies and organisational objectives. Your ability to influence stakeholders, manage complex sourcing projects, and negotiate favourable commercial outcomes will be critical to your success. Based at our Melbourne City campus, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the University's property and infrastructure procurement outcomes.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing within Property Services, Facilities Management, Construction, Capital Works, Infrastructure, or a related category in a commercial, government or large organisational environment.

• Proven capability in developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing end-to-end tender processes, conducting supplier evaluations, and leading commercial negotiations that deliver measurable value.

• Experience managing supplier panels and vendor relationships, including supplier governance, performance management, contract compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across diverse business functions and senior leadership groups.

• A sound understanding of sustainable procurement principles, including the application of life cycle costing, environmental and social procurement considerations, and responsible sourcing practices.

• Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, procurement systems, and data-driven decision-making.

• Strong commercial acumen, including contract development, contract negotiation, and an understanding of the commercial implications of key legal and risk management provisions.

• The ability to manage multiple sourcing projects concurrently while maintaining high standards of governance, compliance and stakeholder satisfaction.

Key Performance Indicators

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be accountable for delivering measurable value across sourcing, supplier management, stakeholder engagement, and procurement governance. Key performance indicators include:

Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Outcomes

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with Property Services and University objectives.

• Deliver annual savings, cost avoidance, and value-improvement outcomes through strategic sourcing initiatives.

• Achieve tender and sourcing project milestones within agreed timeframes and budgets.

• Improve procurement outcomes through market analysis, competitive sourcing, and effective commercial negotiations.

Tender & Contract Management

• Successfully manage end-to-end tender processes in accordance with procurement policies and governance requirements.

• Negotiate contracts that achieve favourable commercial, service, and risk outcomes for the University.

• Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant legislative, governance, and audit requirements.

• Maintain contract execution and implementation schedules to support operational and project delivery needs.

Supplier & Panel Management

• Establish and maintain high-performing supplier panels across Property Services categories.

• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and governance meetings for key suppliers.

• Improve supplier performance through contract management, service-level monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support the development of vendor management frameworks that enhance supplier accountability and service delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Achieve high levels of stakeholder satisfaction through effective engagement, communication, and service delivery.

• Build trusted relationships with Property Services, project teams, finance, legal, sustainability, and executive stakeholders.

• Provide procurement leadership and advice on complex sourcing activities and commercial matters.

Sustainable Procurement

• Embed sustainability considerations into sourcing strategies, tenders, and supplier evaluations.

• Increase the adoption of sustainable procurement practices, including life cycle costing and responsible sourcing principles.

• Support University objectives relating to environmental, social, and governance outcomes.

Operational Excellence

• Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting within procurement systems.

• Deliver insights and recommendations through spend analysis, supplier data, and procurement performance reporting.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement efficiency, governance, and stakeholder experience.

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Marc via email [email protected]. 

Position Description

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Applications Close:

13 Sept 2026 11.59 pm

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