Job Description

• Play a key role in shaping and embedding new procurement systems, processes, and ways of working as part of a dynamic and evolving procurement environment.
• Work collaboratively with academics, researchers, and key stakeholders to source specialist goods and services that underpin cutting-edge research and education.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $108,413 – $120,287 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The role of Finance is to support the appropriate stewardship of the University’s finance through the provision of a strategic financial advice, establishment of a financial management framework, financial management tools, procurement, management of the University’s Investment and Endowment portfolio, as well as financial oversight and accountability for finance and human resources administrative and transactional operations.

Finance undertakes this role through three core pillars: Financial Compliance, Financial Performance and Procurement. In undertaking this role, Finance operates support across the University, from advising the Vice Chancellery, Executive and Senior Leadership team on strategy and performance to supporting staff and students in their purchases and travel arrangements.

About the opportunity

• Deliver a customer-centric procurement service that enables UWA to buy responsibly, efficiently and safely and achieve value for money supporting our people, purpose and place.
• Coordinate the University’s market processes including planning and managing the open period, and leading the evaluation and recommendation processes, in consultation with Category Managers and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment with Procurement Policy.
• Prepare procurement and contract documentation to support the delivery of procurement initiatives, procurement processes and variations.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification and / or demonstrated equivalent competency in procurement.
• Substantial relevant experience with procurement systems and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively manage relevant stakeholders.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.

Note Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.

PD - Sourcing and Contracts Specialist 523874.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ian Charlesworth at ian.charlesworth@uwa.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Wendy Young at wendy.young@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 30 July 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.