Director Procurement Operations

Lead Operational Excellence and Drive Process Improvement in a Major Procurement Transformation at Transport for NSW

Transport for NSW is delivering a bold and exciting Procurement Transformation Program — establishing a dedicated, standalone Procurement branch within our Finance, Technology & Commercial Division.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of procurement operations in one of Australia’s largest and most dynamic public sector organisations. As Director Procurement Operations, you will play a pivotal role in embedding best-practice processes, improving service delivery, and driving operational efficiency across our sourcing functions.

You’ll lead the development and execution of a streamlined, compliant, and digitally enabled procurement operations framework — delivering greater value, faster turnaround times, and a more responsive experience for stakeholders across the organisation.

In this role you’ll:

• Oversee procurement operations and lead the execution of the procurement strategy and roadmap, managing operational sourcing services across all Transport Divisions (excluding Major Construction).
• Shape and influence sourcing delivery with senior stakeholders to enhance service levels, drive efficiencies, and improve compliance.
  Champion a culture of continuous improvement by embedding Lean principles and process improvement methodologies to remove inefficiencies, reduce cycle times, and simplify workflows.
• Design and implement scalable, standardised sourcing practices aligned with NSW legislative and policy requirements.
• Oversee operational sourcing across a broad range of categories and ad-hoc business needs, ensuring fast, fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Leverage automation and digital tools to streamline low-value, low-risk procurement processes — improving speed, accuracy, and user experience.
• Develop and maintain robust standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and accountability across all procurement activities.
• Promote and support the use of self-service sourcing capabilities, enabling business users to confidently manage routine procurement tasks.

This is an ongoing Transport Senior Service Executive (1B) role. Please see the role description and Information Pack for more information

About you

You are a strategic procurement leader with a strong track record in managing procurement operations and driving efficiency across complex transport divisions. Your expertise in sourcing, tender execution, and compliance with NSW legislative requirements ensures streamlined procurement processes and operational excellence. 

You are a collaborative leader, shaping procurement strategies alongside senior stakeholders to enhance service delivery, leverage technology, and automate workflows for improved efficiency. 

Passionate about continuous improvement, you establish best practices and empower business users with self-serve tools. Tertiary qualifications, coupled with your ability to balance strategic objectives with operational precision, makes you a key driver of procurement success. 

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.  

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days. 

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us.  Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59 pm Friday 6th June 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact EFFIE.ROGARIS@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

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