About QLeave
QLeave is a statutory authority administering portable long service leave schemes for workers in the building and construction, contract cleaning, and community services industries. With over $2 billion in funds under management, we ensure that Queensland's workers receive the benefits they've earned. Our commitment to strong governance, accountability, and service excellence underpins everything we do.
About the Role
As the Manager, Procurement, you will lead QLeave's procurement and contract management function, ensuring compliance with the Queensland Procurement Policy and driving strategic procurement outcomes. This role focuses on navigating the complexities of the evolving procurement landscape, uplifting organisational capacity and capability, and embedding a business partnering approach to procurement.
In this trusted advisor role, you will provide strategic advice to senior leaders, foster strong relationships with stakeholders, and position procurement as a key enabler of organisational success. By adopting a collaborative and strategic approach, you will lead the development and implementation of procurement frameworks, oversee complex procurement activities, and build a high-performing team that delivers outcomes for QLeave.
Your Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
Lead the development, implementation, and improvement of QLeave's procurement policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with QPP 2026 principles
Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on procurement matters, including risk management and market engagement
Drive initiatives to enhance organisational procurement capability through training, tools, and resources
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and position procurement as a strategic enabler across the organisation
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor and business partner
Oversee contract management activities, ensuring effective delivery and alignment with organisational objectives
Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team, delivering quality advice and services
Represent QLeave in external forums to foster partnerships and promote best-practice procurement
Manage the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring compliance with policies and performance transparency.
For a complete list of the role responsibilities, please refer to the role description.
What We're Looking For
QLeave appointments are based on selecting the eligible applicant best suited to the position. We will assess your application based on your experience, potential for development, and your personal qualities.
For this role, we will consider your:
Demonstrated understanding of the Queensland Procurement Policy, tendering, contracting, and contract management processes
Experience in developing and implementing procurement frameworks, policies, and strategies that align with organisational and legislative requirements
Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
Communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders
Analytical skills to identify risks and opportunities in complex procurement issues
Ability to negotiate, influence, and deliver effective outcomes.
Mandatory Requirements
Procurement qualification of Level 4 (Strategic) Procurement Certification Program through the Queensland Government, or equivalent Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualification
In addition, experience leading a procurement function within the public sector is highly regarded.
How to Apply
If you're ready to make an impact and contribute to QLeave's success, we'd love to hear from you.
Your application must include:
A cover letter (1-2 pages) explaining your motivation for the role. Use this space to introduce yourself, showcase your unique contributions to the role, and share what you hope to gain from this opportunity.
A detailed resume outlining your qualifications, experience and achievements.
For more information or to discuss the role confidentially, please contact Emily Plucknett at
[email protected].
QLeave values diversity and is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Adjustments to the recruitment process are available upon request to ensure all candidates can showcase their abilities.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
