Job Title
Procurement Manager (6 month contract)
Job Description Summary
The Procurement Manager is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, negotiating procurement events of goods, materials, utilities and building services contracts for a major client across Australia.
Job Description
Procurement Manager
6 Month Fixed Term Contract
About the role
We're seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join our national team on a 6‐month fixed term contract.
Supporting a major national client, you'll drive procurement strategy, sourcing and supplier outcomes for hard and soft facilities management services across multiple sites.
Working closely with internal stakeholders and client‐side teams, this role will oversee end‐to‐end procurement activity while ensuring probity, compliance and measurable cost optimisation.
This is a high‐visibility role suited to someone who thrives on managing multiple procurement streams and building strong client partnerships.
This role can be based anywhere in Australia, with flexibility to work remotely or in a hybrid arrangement.
Key responsibilities
Lead end‐to‐end procurement activities including RFx, evaluation, negotiation and contract executionManage multiple client portfolios (ranging from private to government entities some with state or national footprints)Conduct monthly pipeline meetings and develop procurement strategies aligned to client needsAnalyse spend data, market trends and benchmarking to drive cost efficienciesBuild and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and clientsFacilitate tender evaluation processes and provide commercial recommendationsEnsure compliance with governance, probity and ethical sourcing requirementsSupport ESG initiatives including supplier diversity and modern slavery considerationsDeliver reporting on procurement outcomes, spend and supplier performance
About you
3–5+ years' procurement or supply chain experience,



ideally within facilities management or building servicesStrong experience managing end‐to‐end procurement lifecycle across hard and soft FM servicesProven ability to manage multiple clients and stakeholders in complex environmentsDemonstrated commercial acumen with a track record of cost optimisationConfident leading RFx processes, evaluations and supplier negotiationsExperience working with government or regulated environments is advantageousStrong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skillsExperience with eTendering platforms and procurement systems
What's on offer
Flexible working – remote or hybrid options availableExposure to a broad and high‐profile client portfolioOpportunity to transition into a permanent roleSupportive, collaborative national procurement team
About Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is one of the world's leading real estate services firms, with approximately 50,000 employees across 60 countries.
In Australia, we partner with some of the nation's most prominent organisations across government, corporate and institutional sectors, delivering integrated property and facilities solutions.
Our people are at the centre of what we do.
We foster a culture that is collaborative, inclusive and forward‐thinking – where individuals are empowered to take ownership, challenge the status quo and deliver meaningful impact for our clients and communities.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued and supported.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage diversity in our workforce.
Applicants must have valid working rights for Australia.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
As an equal prospect employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply.
Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.
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📌 Procurement Manager (6 Month Contract) (New South Wales)
🏢 Cushman & Wakefield
📍 New South Wales