Sourcing & Contracts Manager

• Parental Leave Cover of up to 12 months
• Make your impact on the Victorian community!
• Hybrid working flexibility in a central CBD location

V/Line's purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport - connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we're delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 2700 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

About the role

As the Sourcing & Contracts Manager, you are integral to the success of V/Line's Corporate Services Group.

You will manage the source-to-contract process, conducting rigorous sourcing activities to optimise V/Line's procurement spending opportunities and commercial outcomes, whilst maintaining alignment with business objectives, strategies and OH&S requirements.

Key Accountabilities include:

• Liaising with other business functions to analyse the scope of work and develop the required specification
• Facilitating and managing sourcing processes with stakeholders, conducting a rigorous assessment process in order to select the best supplier
• Leading complex commercial negotiations, to achieve value-for-outcomes
• Establishing Services Level Agreements with Key Performance Indicators and targets

About you

You are an experienced sourcing professional with a passion for achieving excellent outcomes. You have exceptional communication skills and enjoy building relationships with others. You are confident in your ability to manage a high volume of stakeholders and influence outcomes as required.

Our ideal candidate will also possess the following:

• Demonstrated alignment to V/Line's values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.
• Previous experience in strategic category and procurement lifecycle management, working in a large government or complex organisation
• In-depth understanding of the VGPB policy and procedures (desirable)
• Tertiary qualification in procurement, supply chain, business, finance or related fields (highly desirable)

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

• Community impact - Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
• Huge potential - We're transforming, and you can to. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
• Dynamic environment - V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
• Collaborative team - You'll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
• Flexible working - We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

For further inquiries, please contact Marie-Anne Ramondino on ***************@vline.com.au

How to Apply

Please use the 'Apply' button to submit your application, including a current resume.

The recruitment and selection process may include aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews and employment references.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including, probity (police) checks, medical assessment, and Australian entitlement to work. Employees of V/Line are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check Victoria (Employee) for the duration of employment.

V/Line is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.

Applications Close: Monday, 26th February at 5pm