Are you ready to play a pivotal role in transforming procurement and property function from the ground up?

This is your chance to make a lasting impact. We’re seeking a dynamic Group Manager – Technology Sourcing to help reset our function and drive performance across Australia and New Zealand.

This rare opportunity puts you at the heart of a large, integrated services business, where you'll influence how procurement and property services are delivered at scale. If you’re a high performer ready to lead change, we want to hear from you.

 

As part of Group Procurement & Property, operating under a hybrid delivery model, you’ll provide specialist support across Downer’s business units. Reporting to the GM Group Procurement & Property, you’ll lead technology sourcing, manage strategic supplier relationships, and deliver procurement outcomes aligned with business and Group objectives.

 

You'll oversee a team of 3 Sourcing Managers and 1 License & Renewal Manager, with a focus on value creation, cost-efficiency, and strategic execution. This permanent role offers a hybrid work arrangement and the chance to shape sourcing within a top-tier organisation.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Lead strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management efforts across technology to ensure value for money, governance, compliance and sustainable procurement goals.Ensure optimised service delivery and benefits realisation utilising contractual leverage.Embrace innovative procurement solutions including Artificial Intelligence and leverage data analytics to enhance decision-making, operational efficiency and productivity uplift.Act as a strategic leader, influencing and collaborating with stakeholders to align sourcing delivery with group objectives and strategy.Engage, influence and inform senior leaders to support key partners. Provide guidance & expertise for decision making.Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to drive innovation, continuous improvement, support transformational change and inspire productivity growth.Support the supplier to thrive by managing supplier concerns, escalations, information requests and facilitating executive engagement.Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with strategic suppliers.Assist stakeholders to monitor, evaluate, and report on supplier performance using defined KPIs and scorecards.Identify category and supplier risks (e.g. financial, operational, geo-political) and support the development of mitigation and contingency plans.Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Downer Digital, Procurement, Business Units, Finance, Legal) to identify procurement initiatives and align supplier activities with business requirements.

What You Will Bring 

A high performing mindset with a focus on quality execution.You’ll be a great communicator and interpreter of business needs with deep procurement experienceTertiary Qualified in a Business/Commercial/Supply Chain related degree or equivalent related industry experience.10 years+ experience in Procurement Category Management, Strategic Sourcing Management or related discipline.Experience in a large complex working environment engaging with large corporate IT suppliers.Experience in large scale transformational change, simplification and cost out initiatives.Information Technology related experience & knowledge (mandatory).

Benefits of Working with Downer:

Work with an ASX listed company; working with market leaders.Location can be either Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane basedGrow your career with us, we are passionate about giving our people opportunities to grow through personal and professional development and continuous learning: Professional development programsAccess to professional memberships and industry networksBe part of a team that cares, we foster a work environment built on support that is flexible around our employee’s wellbeing needs:Parental leaveEmployee Assistance ProgramPrograms promoting diversity and inclusionA range of Corporate Benefits, including: Discounted services (car hires, hotels, insurance, retail stores, gyms)Salary sacrifice superannuation 

At Downer, our approach to diversity is what sets us apart. Our people can be their best by bringing their most authentic selves to work every day. Downer is made up of more than 33,000 people who are all different. Different preferences and perspectives. Different histories and heritages. We are different in the way we think, the actions we take and the unique value we contribute to Downer and it’s these differences that are Downer’s greatest strength. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.