We’re seeking an experienced Initiatives Manager – Strategic Sourcing & Property to lead the design, delivery and embedment of key transformation initiatives across our Strategic Sourcing and Property (SS&P) function.
This role is ideally suited to someone with a strong background in procurement, strategic sourcing or vendor management, with a track record of driving uplift initiatives within a procurement function. This role can be based out of the Head Office in Melbourne (Collingwood) or Sydney (Mascot and is soon to be relocated to the CBD).
Operating in a “grow the business” capacity, the role focuses on strengthening procurement capability, enhancing supplier governance, improving sourcing processes and systems, and uplifting risk and compliance practices. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the function evolves to meet organisational strategy, regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
Why join us
- We have big plans to become Australia’s leading purpose-driven bank.
- As a certified B Corp, we’re part of a global business community who meet the highest social and environmental standards, balancing profit and purpose.
- Every role and person in our bank is essential to bringing our values, purpose and aspiration to life.
- We offer flexible working options, competitive salary and 14% super.
- Our staff have access to a range of meaningful benefits to support their physical and mental wellbeing including 24/7 free counselling, free flu vaccinations and discounted gym memberships.
- We also support staff with study assistance, paid parental leave (regardless of gender), volunteer, bereavement, gender affirmation and family violence leave; and the opportunity for bonus annual leave.
- We support our staff to grow their careers through learning and development and an organisational culture where we reward and recognise innovation and values, not long hours.
- We are committed to building an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce that reflects the Australian community.
- We care for a conservation reserve – where we work with key partner organisations to protect threatened species and involve staff in conservation.
What you will be doing
- Lead the design, delivery and embedment of strategic initiatives across Strategic Sourcing & Property, translating strategy into actionable programs and measurable outcomes
- Manage program delivery and governance, including planning, reporting, risk management and coordination of multiple concurrent initiatives
- Drive end-to-end procurement process uplift across the sourcing and vendor lifecycle, including standardisation, simplification and automation
- Lead enhancements to procurement systems and tools (e.g. P2P, vendor risk platforms), improving visibility, compliance and user experience
- Strengthen procurement governance and third-party risk management by embedding regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g. CPS230, Modern Slavery, B Corp)
- Establish and implement initiatives to uplift property systems, data and reporting, improving visibility, accuracy and decision-making
- Lead and support SS&P managed procurement initiatives (e.g. travel booking systems, motor vehicle programs, and property-related sourcing such as facilities and cleaning), including system upgrades and enhancements such as lease management platforms
- Engage and influence stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Technology and the business to ensure successful adoption and transition into BAU
What you will bring
- Demonstrated experience within procurement, strategic sourcing or vendor management functions
- Proven track record delivering procurement transformation, uplift or continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong program and project management capability across multiple streams
- Solid understanding of governance, risk and compliance within a regulated environment, financial services is desirable
- Commitment to Bank Australia’s purpose, aspiration, values and brand as well as the B Corp ethos.
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Bank Australia reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Candidates will be progressed as applications are received, rather than after the advertisement closure date. If you wish to be considered, please submit your application as soon as possible. Please note, the successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory background checks including but not limited to police and previous employment.
