Our Client

Our client is a NSW Government agency responsible for delivering and managing critical telecommunications infrastructure and communications services that support emergency services, government agencies and communities across New South Wales. The organisation plays a key role in statewide digital connectivity, public safety communications and large-scale infrastructure initiatives. Operating across metropolitan, regional and remote locations, it partners with government and industry to deliver complex, high-value procurement programs in a collaborative, outcomes-focused environment.

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About the Role An exciting opportunity exists for experienced Sourcing Managers to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a portfolio of high-value and complex procurement programs. Working within a fast-paced NSW Government environment, you will manage end-to-end sourcing activities, deliver commercial outcomes and establish contracts that support critical telecommunications and infrastructure initiatives.

This role requires a procurement professional with strong strategic sourcing capability, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills and proven experience delivering complex government procurement projects. Candidates with experience in utility procurement, particularly electricity contract management within the NSW Government setting, will be highly regarded.

Position: 5x Sourcing Manager – $850–$950 per day + super

Location: Sydney CBD

Start Date: 01 September 2026

Duration: Until 30 June 2027

Application Window: Closes 06 August 2026

Positions Available: 5

Key Responsibilitie

- Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement activities across high-value and complex procurement projects.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies that deliver value for money and strong commercial outcomes.
- Manage Expressions of Interest (EOI),



Requests for Tender (RFT), Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and other procurement processes.
- Conduct supplier market analysis and market engagement activities.
- Facilitate tender evaluations, commercial assessments and supplier negotiations.
- Prepare procurement documentation, evaluation reports and executive recommendations.
- Establish, negotiate and administer commercial contracts in accordance with NSW Government procurement policies.
- Provide procurement and commercial advice to internal stakeholders throughout the procurement lifecycle.
- Develop strong relationships with suppliers and key business stakeholders.
- Identify procurement risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Monitor supplier performance and support ongoing contract management activities.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant legislation, governance frameworks and organisational policies.
- Contribute to procurement planning and the successful delivery of FY26/27 procurement programs.
- Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, supplier performance and commercial value.
- Mentor junior procurement team members where required and promote procurement best practice.

About You

- Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement activities. NSW Government Utility Contract Management (i.e, Electricity) experience preferred.
- Strong experience delivering complex procurement projects within the NSW Government environment is highly regarded.
- Proven ability to manage high-value tenders, commercial evaluations and supplier negotiations.
- Experience establishing and managing complex commercial contracts.
- Preferred experience managing NSW Government utility contracts, particularly electricity procurement and contract management.
- Sound understanding of the NSW Procurement Framework and government procurement legislation.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Excellent negotiation, influencing and communication skills.
- Highly developed analytical and commercial problem-solving abilities.




- Ability to manage multiple procurement projects within competing deadlines.
- Experience preparing procurement plans, business cases, evaluation reports and contract documentation.
- Tertiary qualifications in Procurement, Commerce, Business, Supply Chain, Law or a related discipline.
- CIPS, MCIPS or equivalent procurement certification will be highly regarded.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience using procurement and contract management systems.
- Full Australian working rights are required. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a long-term visa with unrestricted work rights in Australia.
- As a mandatory requirement for this contract role required by our client, applicants are kindly asked to complete a compliance check and upload their work rights verification at www.charterdiligence.com.au/portal. Incomplete submissions may not be considered. If you have any questions or need assistance with the process, please don’t hesitate to contact our team—we’re here to help.

Application Process Important: Due to the high volume of applications and the limited submission timeframe, we may not be able to contact all applicants. This is not a reflection of interest, but a result of operational constraints. As part of mandatory government contract requirements, priority will be given to candidates who have completed all necessary compliance checks.

For applicants with privacy concerns regarding work rights verification submission, documents may be presented in person at our local offices for sighting.

We encourage candidates who are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary experience and skills to apply. Please apply to this job post or submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the role to this job post. For confidential inquiries, contact our recruitment team at [email protected] and (02) 7208 7776 7208 7776) (Sydney), (03) 9001 7776 9001 7776) (Melbourne), (07) 3866 7776 3866 7776) (Brisbane), or (08) 6118 7776 6118 7776) (Perth).

Charter Diligence is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their background. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of the industry.

📌 5x Procurement Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Charter Diligence Consulting and Recruitment
📍 Sydney