Description:
About Us
Sydney Water is committed to delivering world-class water services to our customers. We are embarking on a strategic initiative to enhance our supplier relationships and drive innovation through our Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program. Join us in this exciting journey to create a stable, responsive Procurement that supports our strategic objectives and market demands.
About the Role
As the Supplier Relationship Lead, you will play a pivotal role in establishing, developing, and strengthening collaborative relationships with our key strategic suppliers. You will act as a coordinator and facilitator between Sydney Water and its strategic suppliers, connecting stakeholders from both sides to resolve critical issues, identify opportunities for mutual growth, and drive efficiency improvements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Continue to develop and steer a comprehensive SRM program to enhance delivery performance and drive innovation.
- Engage with senior stakeholders, including CEOs and CPOs of major suppliers, as well as EGMs and HoBs within Sydney Water.
- Facilitate the onboarding of Tier 1 suppliers to the SRM program and oversee the governance of supplier relationships.
- Monitor supplier performance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with Sydney Water's strategic objectives and market demands.
Key Skills and Experience:
- Advanced expertise in Supplier Relationship Management and Stakeholder Management.
- Strong motivational leadership and decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal communication and negotiation abilities.
- Intermediate business acumen and strategic thinking.
- Experience in process improvement and strategic procurement.
Application Process
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.
Essential Requirements:
- You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.
Closing Date: Friday, 11 April 2025 11:59pm AEST.
Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process. Please contact Angela.Nguyen@sydneywater.com.au for any further information.
Dive into Our Great Benefits!
Competitive Compensation: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
Subsidised Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance.
Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
Working at Sydney Water
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a Live Hire talent profile in our Talent Community.
We look at our Talent Community first when new opportunities come up when you apply for a role. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with Live Hire’s Terms, and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.