Procurement Category Lead

• An exciting career opportunity to join the RBA to work on a significant IT program

• 2 year Fixed Term Contract

• Location:  Base location Bella Vista with requirement to also work in Sydney CBD

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Category Lead to deliver Information Technology procurement activities, throughout the procurement lifecycle for a fast paced critical program.

Job Requirements

• Lead procurement activities for a major IT refresh program in line with internal policies and industry best practices.

• Actively collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand and support their procurement needs.

• Manage strategic supplier relationships in partnership with the business.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry frameworks for all policies, procedures, tools, and systems.

• Conduct analysis and reporting on procurement activities and key performance indicators.

• Support procurement, contract management, category planning and governance activities.

About you

• Knowledge and experience in advising on the interpretation and application of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs).

• 7 years + experience in IT Procurement

• Experience in managing strategic suppliers, including handling issues such as complex and time critical new procurements, audits, disputes, and renegotiations.

• Proven ability to manage complex relationships with business stakeholders to influence outcomes.

• Experience in refining and improving procurement policies, templates, and tools based on business feedback.

• Strong background in building and implementing category strategies.

• Advanced experience in contract management and providing commercial advice and understanding business strategies and procurement needs.

• Demonstrated experience in leading procurements and strategic sourcing activities, including leading cross-functional teams.

• Strong communication (written and verbal) and relationship management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

• Relevant degree qualifications are desirable.

• Procurement certification (e.g., CIPS) is preferred.​

Be More

Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

Why RBA?

The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people.

Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play  a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go.

Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts.

We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward. Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives.  We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community.  We are committ