Senior Procurement Coordinator

Senior Procurement Coordinator

Closing date: 19/10/2026 11:45 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location: 1 Flintoff Street, Greensborough

Department: Strategic Finance and Procurement

Compensation: Annual AUD $147,000.00 - $150,000.00

Employment type: Permanent Full Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Lead strategic procurement. Strengthen governance. Deliver lasting value for our community

Banyule City Council is seeking a highly capable Senior Procurement Coordinator to lead our procurement function and drive a strategic, risk-aware and value-focused approach to procurement across the organisation. 

This leadership role presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of procurement, influence key business decisions and deliver meaningful outcomes for our community.

The opportunity 

This is leadership role with the opportunity to drive procurement governance, prioritisation, planned sourcing and performance across Council while embedding best-practice procurement approaches. You will advise executive leaders, represent procurement in governance and planning forums, and lead a growing team fostering a culture of collaboration, early engagement, innovation, capability development and strong governance.

What you’ll be doing:

• Set the strategic direction, priorities and operating model for procurement across Council.
• Coach and develop the procurement team while building procurement capability across the organisation
• Partner with leaders across Council to influence strategic procurement decisions.
• Strengthen procurement governance, policy, assurance, delegations and probity.
• Maintain visibility of Council’s procurement pipeline and lead regular prioritisation.
• Build procurement capability and uplift procurement maturity across the organisation.
• Ensure procurement practices align with legislative, governance and sustainability requirements.

This role is part of Banyule’s Leadership Network – you’ll have opportunities to grow your skills and experience of leadership and develop your skills as an organisational leader beyond your role-based expertise

What you'll bring/what we are looking for

You are a strategic and resilient procurement leader who combines strong commercial judgement with a practical, collaborative approach. You can navigate complexity, influence senior stakeholders and translate governance requirements into clear, effective ways of working. You will bring:

• Significant experience leading procurement functions, strategic sourcing programs or complex commercial operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• Strong commercial, financial and risk management capability.
• Experience developing governance frameworks, policies and procurement standards.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.

Public sector procurement experience is desirable; CIPS or equivalent professional qualifications will be highly regarded.

Pre-employment requirements

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Psychometric Assessment

What we offer:

• A permanent, full-time, position.
• Salary commensurate with experience, in the range $147,000 to $150,000 per annum plus super.
• Opportunities for your growth and development, including health and well-being initiatives .
• Greensborough office location, close to public transport and the town centre.
• Access a range of flexible work options to support work–life balance, including hybrid working.
• Purchased leave options to provide additional flexibility.
• Generous leave entitlements, including: 26 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer), 4 weeks paid parental leave (partner), gender affirmation leave, and gendered health leave.

Be part of something bigger

This is more than a procurement role. It’s an opportunity to influence procurement strategy, lead change, build capability and help deliver better outcomes for the Banyule community.

To apply for this position, please submit your resume, and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria.

Applications close: 19 October 2026 at 11:45 PM.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please call Gloria Conte on 0401 462 913.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility:Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected]   

Our Values: At Banyule, our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative and inclusion guide how we work with each other and our community. We are looking for someone who shares these values and is passionate about creating positive outcomes for our people and the community we serve.  

Community Vision: We in Banyule are a thriving, sustainable, inclusive and connected community. We are engaged, we belong, and we value and protect our environment.  

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.  

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.  

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.  Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.  

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.  

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.