Purchasing Lead

• Continuous, Full Time
• Classification HEW0708 | $89,000 - $117,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions
• Salary Packaging opportunities
• Ref: JR101967

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

About Us

The Finance team is a proactive, valued, and trusted business partner within the University and provides significant contributions towards the implementation of the University's strategic plan. The team is dedicated to creating a customer focused and collaborative environment, empowering decision makers in the delivery of innovative education and research.

The Role

The Purchasing Lead will play a leadership role within the Purchasing Team to facilitate compliance and value driven purchasing by aligning to procurement strategy and partnering with University stakeholders and Procurement. The Purchasing Lead is accountable for the governance and control on purchasing policy compliance / non compliance and any related reporting.

Key areas of responsibility for the role include:

• Purchasing and Liaison
• Reporting and Governance
• Process Improvement
• Leadership

What you'll bring to this role

• Demonstrated high level ability to provide leadership and supervision to a diverse range of staff in order to motivate, develop, empower and coach staff to excellence in work performance, client service and the achievement of University and work area outcomes.
• Management skills to lead, manage and coordinate a sourcing function in a large and complex organisation.
• Experience in process review, including scoping, redefining tasks and implementing change.
• Track record in identifying, implementing, and evaluating purchasing improvement initiatives via technological, process and control enhancements.
• Proficient in the use of purchasing systems, with previous experience in a system such as Workday highly regarded.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights and be required to undertake a Police history check in accordance with the University's Employee Background Checks Procedure.

What you'll get in return

You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

• Competitive remuneration
• Paid leave entitlements
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging options
• Employee Assistance Program
• On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

To Apply

Please apply by submitting the documents below:

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Please view the position description here.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Position contact: Mr. Shaun Potter - Head of Procurement

Closing date: 14/03/2024 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.