Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 245,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney.
Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community's vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.
About The Opportunity
The Procurement, Fleet and Stores team sits within the Governance and Risk Directorate and are focused on strengthening procurement capability and probity across the organisation.
In contributing to the overarching vision, the Manager Procurement, Fleet and Stores leads the strategic direction and coordination of Council's procurement functions.
The Manager leads the Procurement and Contracts Team as well as Council's Stores, and drives the provision of centralised procurement services across Council.
This includes procurement planning, development, sourcing, contract and risk management activities, to deliver value for money, meet business needs and align with legislative requirements while maintaining strong governance and probity standards.
The Successful Applicant Will Require
Relevant tertiary qualifications (or equivalent experience) with extensive expertise across procurement, contract management, budgeting, cost control, and performance frameworks, including strong working knowledge of Local Government legislation and compliance obligations.
Proven ability to lead procurement strategy, strategic sourcing, policy development, and end to end contract management, ensuring probity, governance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement aligned to best practice and legislative requirements.
Demonstrated leadership capability to build high performing teams, manage budgets and reporting, and effectively engage, influence, and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholders while meeting competing priorities.
Strong analytical, problem solving, negotiation, communication, and reporting skills, with the ability to prepare clear advice and insights to support decision making, alongside high ethical standards and confidentiality.
Experience within (or strong understanding of) Local Government/public sector procurement frameworks,



including contract registers, compliance frameworks, audits.
Manage end‐to‐end lifecycle of light fleet asset, including procurement, maintenance coordination, performance monitoring, and disposal processes to optimise cost and availability.
Oversee depot stores and inventory operations, ensuring accurate stock control, efficient storage, and timely availability of parts to support fleet maintenance.
Implement/maintain systems for fleet and inventory tracking, reporting, and forecasting to support operational efficiency and lifecycle planning.
Ensure compliance, governance, and cost control across fleet procurement and stores management, including supplier performance and audit requirements.
Class C drivers licence.
Download the position description here for more information.
About This Role
Permanent, full-time position
70 hour fortnight
Located at Council's Merrylands office, with occasional travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council's work locations
Salary information
Grade 17 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $3,****** to $4,****** per week, plus 12% superannuation
The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
A leaseback vehicle
Mobile phone
What You'll Need To Have For This Role
The right to live and work in Australia
Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council's Health Monitoring Procedure, as required.
What We Can Offer
We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements




Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
Leave entitlements including annual leave, 10 days personal leave and up to five (5) days of MyLeave per year, parental leave entitlements and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
Corporate Health Insurance discounts
Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online qualified learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
About Us
Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions.
Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices.
It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.
Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents.
Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments.
If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.
ENQUIRIES
Contact Charlie Ayoub, Director Governance and Risk on ********* or for further information.
Closing date
11:59pm, Wednesday, 29 July ****
How To Apply
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire.
You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application.
Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.
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📌 Manager Procurement, Fleet And Stores (New South Wales)
🏢 Cumberland City Council
📍 New South Wales