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About usWe create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians.Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and +maintaining Victoria''s transport, planning and land services for use by all.We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.Investment and Technology leads and manages the investment lifecycle; drives commercial advice & negotiations to facilitate reform; and enables core delivery through Finance, Procurement & Technology.About the roleThe Strategic Sourcing Lead provides high-level commercial and procurement expertise to shape and deliver sourcing strategies for major ICT initiatives and whole-of-portfolio procurement needs. Operating within the IT Sourcing function, the role ensures that sourcing decisions optimise value-for-money, align with organisational strategy, and effectively manage commercial and delivery risks.The position partners with senior stakeholders, procurement specialists, and category experts to design sourcing approaches that consider market dynamics, risk profiles, and future flexibility. It leads complex, high-value procurement processes, ensuring compliance with government policy and probity standards while also achieving innovative and commercially sound outcomes.Key Selection CriteriaWe are seeking a proactive professional who fosters a strong culture of collaboration, removes barriers to knowledge sharing, and partners across teams to deliver shared outcomes. You will apply advanced critical thinking and commercial acumen to resolve complex issues in a broader business context, embed sustainable solutions, and maximise value and return on investment through sound financial and procurement decisions.To access the Position Description, please click herePosition accountabilitiesStrategic Procurement Leadership Design and implement innovative sourcing strategies for high-value and complex ICT procurements. Provide expert advice to executives on sourcing models, market conditions, and risk management options. Lead the evaluation of sourcing approaches (e.g., panel, direct negotiation, outcome-based contracts, SaaS models).Complex Procurement Delivery Lead end-to-end management of complex or sensitive procurement processes, ensuring probity,transparency, and compliance with government policy. Manage and oversee tender documentation, evaluation, negotiation, and recommendation forcontract award. Drive outcomes that balance cost, quality, delivery risk, and long-term value.Market and Category Insights Maintain deep knowledge of ICT supplier markets, category trends, and pricing models. Build relationships with key suppliers to inform sourcing strategies and anticipate market changes. Provide insight and analysis to inform future sourcing pipelines and enterprise investment decisions.Stakeholder and Capability Uplift Partner with engagement, portfolio, and architecture teams to align sourcing with business needs and technology strategy. Provide coaching and guidance to procurement specialists on best-practice sourcing and negotiation. Represent the sourcing function in executive forums and cross-functional working groups.Technical capabilities- Category Management (Leading) Shapes government-wide category management policies and strategies, ensuring procurement categories are optimised for efficiency, cost savings, and risk mitigation. Procurement Policy and Context (Accomplished) Leads procurement policy application, advises on compliance and risk management, and applies contract law expertise to complex procurement decisions.Ensures governance and regulatory requirements align with procurement strategies, including assessing and approving policy exemptions. Sourcing and Engaging the Market (Accomplished) Leads sourcing strategies, applying advanced market analysis, supplier engagement, and negotiation techniques to secure optimal procurement outcomes.Ensures sourcing decisions align with long-term organisational and government objectives.Qualifications and experienceTertiary qualifications in commerce, law, procurement, business, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience (mandatory)Demonstrated expertise in designing and leading strategic sourcing approaches for high-value, complex ICT procurement (mandatory).Culture ValueWe welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department''s goals.What we offerWorking at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.For further details please refer toCareers at the Department of Transport and Planning.Pre-employment checks and employment conditionsAll new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.How to applyClick the''Apply''button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.If have any issues,click herefor Quick Reference Guide on how to apply.Applications close at11.59pm on Wednesday, the 18th of February 2026.Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we''re unable to accept email or manual submissions.For further information about the role, please contact Anna Hardie, Director Technology Investment and Commercial Assurance via Important Information:If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us by phone or email. We''re here to support you.