- Contribute to the development and managing of contracts with suppliers of goods & services
- Offering multiple 2 year fixed term positions with a competitive salary package!
- Opportunity to work out of Chatswood, Redfern, Olympic Park, Parramatta or Potts Hill
About Us
We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve
About the role
Reporting to the Regional Contract Manager within the Procurement Effectiveness team you will be accountable for development, implementation, governance and continuous improvement of contracts with suppliers of goods and services at Sydney Water.
These opportunities will see you support Sydney Waters Northern, Southern or Western regions of operations.
- Manage the development, implementation and management of enterprise wide category and contract strategies for defined portfolio of sub –categories.
- Lead review project requirements to confirm adequate level of completion, liaising with necessary departments and business units
- Manage the drafting, finalise, and seek approval on Contract Management Plans including meeting cadence and detail.
- Manage the review and approval of all variations occurring for compliance with contract and commercial validity in line with SWC delegations.
- Provide strategies for dealing with contractual issues and variations as they are raised, and consult with the business, Legal, insurance and compliance to prepare the necessary documentation
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives of procurement processes, systems, tools, templates and ways of working, with business partner input and consultation where required
About you
As a successful applicant you have 5+ years demonstrated experience partnering with the business to support commercial negotiations and manage contracts across the lifecycle, preferably in a similar organisation or industry to that of Sydney Water.
You will have the ability to communicate successfully with stakeholders across varying levels and leading a team to maximise effectiveness.
To be considered for this position you will have the following:
- Relevant Degree qualifications or equivalent to, with infrastructure, construction and MRO sector and/or proven role experience
- Demonstrated experience developing detailed Contract Management plans that include defined KPIs, a pre-determined approach to feedback, and an action plan to address non-performance issues
- Ability to look for opportunities to improve supplier relationships and agreements and acts on these opportunities
- Leads development of new or revised terms and conditions under the direction/guidance of others
- Draws out and articulates customer and/or business requirements and translates them into selection criteria, SLA's within a contract and on-going performance evaluation criteria
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.
Closing date: Midnight Thursday 9th December 2022
You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information please contact recruitment@sydneywater.com.au
Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process.
Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.
We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, sex or culture. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.
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