Head of Contract Management & Procurement

The Company is seeking a Head of Contract Management and Procurement to take on a newly created leadership role with a focus on driving commercial outcomes, contract performance, and value for money. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a high-performing function, shaping a contemporary contract management framework, and strengthening governance, systems, and reporting. This pivotal position involves working closely with the Executive and other leaders to build accountability for contract ownership, improve supplier performance, and identify opportunities for greater efficiency and value. The role also includes leading and developing a team to ensure the embedding of strong procurement and contract management practices across the organization. Applicants for the Head of Contract Management and Procurement role at the company should have deep expertise in procurement and contract management, ideally within a local government or complex public sector environment. The role requires a candidate with a strong understanding of procurement governance, controls, and assurance, and a proven track record in developing frameworks, improving systems, and leading significant change. The ideal candidate will have the technical credibility and confidence to operate independently, influence senior stakeholders, and provide clear, commercially focused advice. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact and deliver meaningful, organization-wide change for the community.