• Information Technology Services (ITS)

• Full-time, fixed term position for 24 months

• Base salary will be in the range $135,300 - $143,081 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 9) 

• Based at our St Lucia location 

About This Opportunity  

The Senior ICT Procurement Manager plays a critical role in leading strategic sourcing, procurement planning, and contract management across the ITS division. Working within a collaborative and high-performing team, this position partners with stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop and deliver best-practice procurement strategies that align with the University’s strategic direction. The role also provides leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring procurement activities are conducted efficiently, accurately, and in line with University and government policy frameworks.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Leading high-value, high-risk ICT procurement and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with University policies and procurement best practices.

• Developing and implementing fit-for-purpose procurement strategies, including spend, demand, and market analysis for ICT categories and sub-categories.

• Providing expert advice and guidance to stakeholders on ICT procurement policies, processes, and contracts while fostering strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.

• Coaching and supporting team members to build strategic sourcing capability and contribute to continuous improvement across procurement practices.

• Independently prepare ICT procurement contracts based on UQ’s specifications and approved template terms and manage the execution of ICT contracts

About UQ 

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.  

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave 

• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading 

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight 

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family 

• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program 

• On campus childcare options 

• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day) 

• Salary packaging options 

About You  

You are a highly experienced procurement professional with specialist expertise in ICT strategic sourcing and contract management. With strong commercial acumen and the ability to lead complex procurement projects, you bring a balance of technical knowledge, negotiation skills, and stakeholder engagement experience. You thrive in dynamic environments, working independently while also guiding and supporting others to achieve outcomes aligned with organisational strategy.

You will demonstrate:

• Qualifications equivalent to a postgraduate degree in IT, business, commerce, law, or a related field, with extensive relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education/training and experience).

• Extensive experience in leading and advising on ICT strategic sourcing projects, from planning, risk management, and development of tender documentation through to vendor negotiation and contract delivery.

• Strong knowledge of procurement policy, procedures, and strategic sourcing processes as they apply to ICT procurement in large, complex organisations.

• Expertise in commercial and contract negotiations, with experience developing and finalising ICT contracts, including independently drafting and assessing supplier term