Team Leader Procurement

Are you a strategic procurement leader who can see beyond transactions to deliver real value for an organisation and its community? Do you bring strong governance, commercial insight, and the ability to lead people with confidence and purpose?

We are seeking an experienced Team Leader - Procurement to provide direction, leadership, and strategic oversight to a high-performing procurement team. This role is critical in ensuring value-for-money outcomes, strong stakeholder partnerships, and procurement practices that are transparent, compliant, and future-focused.

Who we are:

The City of Salisbury is one of South Australia's largest and most progressive councils, delivering innovative services and infrastructure to support a rapidly growing community. With a strong focus on sustainability and economic development, the City of Salisbury is committed to creating opportunities that enhance liveability and prosperity across the northern region 

The Role:

As the Team Leader Procurement, you will lead the Procurement team to deliver best-practice procurement outcomes that support organisational priorities and community benefit.

You will set direction, influence decision-making, and embed a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement across procurement activities. With a strong focus on early engagement, governance, and continuous improvement, you will inspire your team to achieve excellence and represent the organisation's values in every interaction.

Key Responsibility

• Working with the Divisional Head of Finance to develop a clear, shared vision and goals for the team in line with organisational objectives.
• Develops strategic understanding in all facets of team and Council activities to enable guidance to the organisation.
• Engage with stakeholders to deliver procurement value through cost benefit, improved quality, and improved community outcomes.

Skill & Competencies:

• Possession of an appropriate degree and preferably post graduate qualifications in business administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated commercial experience in driving measurable value in procurement processes
• Experience in the procurement of works and services as well as goods
• Strong negotiation skills and experience
• Experience in undertaking complex tender processes, particularly capital projects
• Comprehensive knowledge of contract law principles, commercial law and procurement activities, including contract management.
• Sound knowledge of probity, risk management and relevant legislation including Australian Standards relating to contract conditions.

Why join us?

• Health seminars, flu vaccinations and free access to counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Programs.
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Inclusive and Supportive Workplace Culture.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining outstanding spaces for the Community to enjoy

Further information is available by accessing the Position Description.

People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

All enquiries can be made to Kia Logan on 0403151041, [email protected]

Applications close 9am, Friday 30^th January 2026.