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MAKE IT MEMORABLE
At Sydney Airport, the future of air travel is shaped by you.
As a team, we connect the world. More than just a hub of activity and boundless energy, we’re creating a destination of amazing experiences. Like seeing wonderful moments unfold in front of you, knowing “I made that possible!”.
Dynamic. Fast-paced. We thrive in a place where fresh challenges land daily. Backed by positive and supportive team players and inspiring leaders, we adapt to change. Driven to grow. Owning every action. To do things better.
As smart, problem-solvers, we are always learning and growing. And that’s easier to do alongside passionate experts, as we collaborate across teams readily sharing our knowledge.
Each day is a new journey, as we bring an exciting vision to life. With significant capital investment in new, improved infrastructure, there’s never been a better time to expand your potential at Sydney Airport. The range of responsibilities and diverse pathways you can take on with us, are surprising.
We are SYD. United in the pride that comes with welcoming the world at Australia’s premier gateway.
About the role
Join Sydney Airport as a Senior Procurement Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the way we source and manage key services that keep our operations running smoothly. We offer multiple exciting opportunities to lead the development and execution of procurement strategies across Construction and Professional Services. With growth comes opportunity and we are looking for an experienced professional who can bring strategic thinking, commercial acumen and a collaborative mindset to drive value and deliver high-quality outcomes across a range of functions.
This role will see you partner closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to embed best practice procurement processes, ensure robust governance, and lead end-to-end procurement activities – from strategy and contractor assessment through to negotiation, implementation and ongoing supplier performance. You'll also play a key role in uplifting procurement capability across the business, contributing to the delivery of efficient, cost-effective, and risk-aware solutions that support the broader success of one of Australia’s most iconic infrastructure assets.
In this role you will have the opportunity to
- Lead the development and execution of end-to-end procurement strategies across a range of high-value Construction or Professional Services contracts.
- Partner with stakeholders to forecast procurement needs, identify business requirements, and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions aligned to broader business goals.
- Conduct market analysis and supplier evaluations to build and maintain a capable contractor base that enables quality, timely and cost-effective outcomes.
- Drive best practice across the full contract lifecycle – from planning, tendering and negotiation through to contract award, implementation and performance management.
- Provide commercial and procurement advice to internal stakeholders and manage supplier relationships, including the resolution of issues and disputes.
- Promote and embed consistent procurement processes that balance governance with flexibility, reducing complexity and improving efficiency.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by enhancing procurement tools, systems and templates to streamline delivery and uplift capability.
- Support the implementation of strategic initiatives, such as modern slavery compliance, within procurement and supplier management practices.
About you
- Extensive experience in procurement leadership, with a track record of delivering high-value outcomes and uplifting procurement capability across Contruction o Professional Services.
- Deep expertise in managing complex service-based and operational contracts, with a strong commercial mindset and a focus on long-term value creation.
- Demonstrated success in developing and executing category management strategies across both recurring spend and project-based procurement.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate and communicate effectively at all levels.
- Advanced negotiation skills and the confidence to manage complex conversations while maintaining strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
- A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to challenge the status quo, drive innovation and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, supported by proficiency in procurement tools and systems.
- A relevant degree in business, procurement, engineering or a related field, with a solid understanding of evolving procurement practices and compliance frameworks such as modern slavery.
What we offer
To find out more about the amazing work environment here at SYD, be sure to check out the Join us section of Sydney Airport’s website, where you can also see more about our flexible culture and work practices, alongside our other Employee benefits, or take a look at our LinkedIn Sydney Airport: Life page.
Make it Amazing
SYD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.