What’s the role?

Step into a visible, high-impact role as Procurement Manager – Technology, based in our Surry Hills office on a 12-month maximum-term contract.

Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement, you will act as a primary commercial partner across our technology, digital, platform and data categories. This is a visible, hands-on role where you will establish and execute an annual procurement work program, lead complex commercial negotiations and partner closely with key internal functions- including Legal, Finance, Global, and Cyber - to ensure News Corps operational, security and financial interests are protected throughout the entire contract lifecycle.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Execution

- Lead the end-to-end procurement lifecycle across technology categories, including strategy development, market engagement, tendering, supplier evaluation and contract execution.
- Draft, structure and negotiate high-quality, fit-for-purpose commercial contracts for low- to high-risk engagements.
- Prepare and present clear, data-backed award recommendations to executive leadership.

Commercial & Financial Management

- Partner closely with Commercial Finance to ensure deals align with operating budget envelopes.
- Drive initiatives to deliver on individual and team-wide annual cost-optimisation targets without compromising operational performance.
- Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to secure market-competitive rates and sustained commercial value.

Contract Governance & Risk Management

- Guide business stakeholders on contract lifecycle management, proactively handling claims, disputes, renewals, and variations.
- Partner with Legal,



Cyber and Global teams to safeguard NCA’s compliance, IP and data security standards.
- Identify operational and supply chain risks early, embedding robust mitigation strategies into agreements.

Who are you?

- 5–7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management or commercial contract management within a complex corporate environment.
- Proven track record partnering with technical teams, with the ability to translate complex IT, platform, and digital requirements into robust commercial documents.
- Strong background in contract review, drafting and supplier dispute management in close alignment with Legal counsel.
- Highly commercially astute and data-driven, using market insights and metrics to challenge the status quo and unlock value.
- Exceptional relationship builder and influencer who can respectfully challenge assumptions and engage everyone from front-line engineers to senior executives.
- Experience within a media, digital platform, or broadcast environment is highly regarded.

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant,



hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

News Extras Advantages is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.

Our benefits include:

- Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family

- Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits

- Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)

- Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.

- Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

- Helping you grow - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career

- Giving back - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organised charity drives

- Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

📌 Procurement Manager (Sydney)
🏢 News Corp Australia
📍 Sydney