• Salary: $100,000 p rorated+ 12% superannuation

• Part time: 4 days a week, ongoing

• Work in a brand-new office building in Melbourne’s CBD on Franklin Street, within walking distance of the Queen Victoria Market and close to public transport

• Hybrid working arrangements – a mix of work-from-home and office days

• Access to benefits includingsalary packaging, purchase leave, Christmas closedown gifted leave, discounted RMIT childcare services, subsidised gym membership, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Our values: Passion | Impact | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage | Imagination

AboutRMIT UP

RMIT UP, owned by RMIT University, provides education solutions for students, academics, and professionals in Australia andgloballyOurkey programs includeInformit,Foundation Studies, ELICOS English for Academic Purposes (EAP), language testing

AboutInformit

We are the leading Australian scholarly and education resource for researchers, educators,librariansand learners by supporting the broadest range of publishers and research centres to promotebibliodiversity We aggregate,organiseand host a vast amount of authoritative content and make it accessible through our world class platform.

As an independent businessoperatingwithin RMIT, we have the benefit of our ties with the institution butoperateas a standalone, which means we can be reactive or proactive asrequired

About the role 

Informitis home to the largest collection of Australasian scholarly journals, books and videos, connecting libraries and learners with diverse, high-quality content. As our Vendor Manager (Publishers), you will playa central rolein shaping this collection.

Reporting to the Product Manager (Partners), you will lead targeted content acquisition in line withInformit’sproduct strategy and roadmap. You willidentifyand secure new publishing partners, negotiate and manage content licensing agreements, andmaintaina healthy pipeline ofhigh‑valuecontent that meets the needs of school and university libraries.

You’llbe the primary point of contact for our publisher partners, responding to queries, supporting contracts and royalties, and working closely with colleagues in Product, Marketing and Customer Success to surface key content and drive usage across our markets. This is ahands‑on,relationship‑drivenrole for someone who enjoys combining commercial negotiation, stakeholderengagementand strategic thinking.

About You 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience in publishing, media, libraries, or a closely related sector.

• Proven ability to build andmaintainstrong professional relationships.

• Confidence in negotiating and managing contracts or commercial agreements.

• Demonstrated capability to align day-to-day operational work with a broader business strategy or product roadmap.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, using data or market insights to inform decisions.

• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

• High levelof organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Collaborative working style, with the ability to influence stakeholders atdifferent levels

• Motivation to contribute toInformit’smission of connecting library communities with diverse, high-quality content.

Highly regarded

• Knowledge of school andoracademic library sectors.

• Familiarity with rights management systems and/or CRM tools.

• Confidence using AI/LLM tools for market research and data synthesis.

What we offer you 

We value our people and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:  

• Exclusive employee discounts at leading retailers.  

• A strong focus on health and wellbeing, including RMIT-subsidised gym memberships, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access and discounted childcare options.  

• Access to professional developmenttrainingviaLinkedIn Learning. 

• A positive workplace culture with a staff reward program, and a staff wellbeing program. 

To Apply  

• Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link. Cover letters should be addressed to HR. 

• Email HR: applications.rmit.up@rmit.edu.au (Please note: Applications will NOT be accepted via this email. To apply, submit your application via our website’s careers page  www.rmit.edu.au/up) 

• Please note that we review and interview applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible rather than waiting until the closing date 

• For more details, refer to the Position Description:  http://www.rmit.edu.au/content/dam/rmit/au/en/careers/position-descriptions/pd-vendor-manager-publishers-2026.pdf

Pre-employment Checks: Appointment is subject to a successful Working with Children Check and National Police Check. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion 

At RMIT UP, we foster a culture of safety, wellbeing, and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace diversity and treat all individuals with fairness, regardless of gender, gender identity, marital or family status, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, cultural or socio-economic background, perspectives, or experiences. 

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child-safe organisation. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates. 

As a Disability Confident Recruitment Team, we are happy to adjust the recruitment process to meet accessibility needs. Please contact us at applications.rmit.up@rmit.edu.au with your preferred communication method, and we will be in touch to discuss your requirements. 

Read our Child Safety Policy: Child Safety Policy 

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to responding to every applicant.