About this role
Procurement and Vendor Contract Manager – Melbourne CBD
Location: Melbourne CBD, VIC
Company: BGIS, Government Portfolio
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
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About BGIS
BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, supporting complex portfolios through strong governance, sustainability and collaboration. We are known for our inclusive culture, flexible working, and commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes for clients and communities.
Purpose of the Role
This role supports a newly awarded Victorian Government portfolio and is responsible for shaping how suppliers and subcontractors are engaged, managed and supported across the contract. Working closely with internal teams and industry partners, the Procurement and Vendor Contract Manager ensures procurement activities are compliant, value-focused and aligned with government priorities.
A key focus of the role is delivering Social and Industry Participation outcomes, including local industry engagement, Indigenous procurement, SME involvement and broader social value objectives, while maintaining strong commercial and governance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage end‑to‑end procurement activities, including planning, sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, contract award, and contract transition, ensuring all processes meet government probity and compliance standards.
- Develop and execute procurement strategies that deliver measurable cost savings, improved commercial outcomes, and long‑term value‑for‑money for the client
- Conduct market research, supplier analysis, and category assessments to identify opportunities to optimise spend and drive sustainable efficiencies
- Lead end-to-end subcontractor management across the contract
- Build and maintain a compliant, high-performing and locally capable vendor panel
- Deliver social procurement and industry participation commitments
- Oversee supplier performance, risk, and continuous improvement
- Partner with operations, finance, HSEQ and technology teams to support integrated service delivery
- Use digital tools and data to improve procurement workflows, reporting and insights
Education, Experience & Skills
Essential:
- Experience in procurement, subcontractor or commercial contract management
- Understanding of Australian procurement governance and compliance requirements
- Experience delivering or supporting social procurement outcomes
- Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills
Desirable:
- Experience in government, facilities management, construction or asset-intensive environments
- Qualifications in procurement, supply chain, business or a related field
- Exposure to Power BI, Power Automate or data-driven reporting
Workplace Flexibility
This role is based in BGIS’ Melbourne CBD office, close to public transport. A hybrid working arrangement (3 days office / 2 days WFH) is available. Occasional additional hours or site visits may be required to support operational delivery.
Why Join BGIS?
✔ Flexible hybrid working
✔ AFR Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025
✔ Career development and internal mobility
✔ Health, wellbeing and community initiatives
✔ Winner of Inspiring Workplaces Award 2025
✔ Endorsed by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women
✔ Recognised by WORK180 as a Top 5 Employer for career development
✔ Two paid volunteer days annually
How to Apply
If you enjoy thoughtful procurement, strong governance and creating positive commercial and community outcomes, we would love to hear from you.
BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA; individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility
Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.
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Other facts
About BGIS
BGIS is a global leader in integrated facility management services.
With a combined team of over 10,000 globally, BGIS relentlessly focuses on delivering innovative service solutions that create value for its clients. Globally, BGIS manages over 50,000 facilities totalling more than 600 million square feet across several markets including government, higher education, utilities, telecommunications, financial services, oil & gas, healthcare and cloud enterprise. In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of corporate offices, retail, colleges, hospitals and industrial assets, BGIS is a world leader in the management of data centers and other critical environments.
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BGIS est un leader mondial des services de gestion intégrée des installations. Plus de 600 millions de pieds carrés de portefeuilles clients répartis sur plusieurs marchés, notamment ceux des gouvernements, de l’enseignement supérieur, des services publics, des télécommunications, des services financiers, du pétrole et du gaz, des soins de santé et de l’information dans les nuages. En plus de gérer un portefeuille diversifié de bureaux, de commerces de détail, de collèges, d'hôpitaux et d'actifs industriels, BGIS est un leader mondial de la gestion de centres de données et d'autres environnements critiques.
What you'll do
- The role involves leading and managing end-to-end procurement activities and ensuring compliance with government standards. It also focuses on delivering social and industry participation outcomes while maintaining strong commercial and governance standards.
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