- Sydney CBD location

- Full Time/Permanent opportunity

- Options to work a 19-day month

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sourcing Manager to lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including large and complex strategic tenders.

You will provide strategic procurement advice, lead cross-functional teams and work with stakeholders across the City to deliver value for money outcomes and support the City's procurement objectives.

In this role you will:

- lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including large and complex strategic tenders

- undertake benchmarking research and provide market information

- lead cross-functional teams in the development of sourcing strategies and documentation that drives value for money

- provide advice and assistance in the development of RFx documentation to optimise competitive market tension

- provide advice to panel members on appropriate decision-making processes and the validity and conformance of proposals

- coordinate negotiations with suppliers to deliver best value for money outcomes for the City

- manage non-compliance with panel probity provisions and processes

- provide commercial support and advice to the business on supplier and contractual issues

- support and build sourcing capability across the team and organisation, including facilitating procurement training

- undertake contract management of selected Procurement-managed contracts as required

- contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the City's end-to-end procurement framework.

We're looking for someone with:

- tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, or at least five years' equivalent work experience, with relevant professional accreditation or certification such as MCIPS

- a strong understanding of best practice strategic procurement and experience working within a centralised strategic procurement team





- experience working in a transformation and/or change management environment

- demonstrated public sector probity awareness

- strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills

- proficient in using Excel

- the ability to drive continuous improvement and develop practical solutions to support business needs.

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with cooperative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

Download position description.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Thursday 17th September 2026.

For more information, contact Taryn Dean - Procurement Manager at [email protected]

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

- 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance

- Collaborative approach to flexible working

- City centre head office,



with many public transport options.

Professional development

- Leadership and management development program

- Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave

- Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences

- Long service and employee recognition awards

- Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

- We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families

- Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave

- Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave

- Part-time and job-sharing options available

- Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

- Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia

- Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network

- Recognised family inclusive workplace

- Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join us.

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at [email protected] or 02 •••• •333.

Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.

📌 Sourcing Manager (Sydney)
🏢 City of Sydney
📍 Sydney