Procurement Lead

• Drive Source-to-Pay improvements, governance and contract visibility
• Shape and mature the procurement function
• 3-6 month contract | Melbourne | Workday environment

A well-regarded organisation in the education sector is entering the next phase of a major enterprise transformation program and is seeking an experienced Procurement Transformation Lead to drive uplift across its procurement function.

With the organisation’s finance transformation into Workday nearing go-live, procurement is now the next strategic focus area. This role will play a key part in shaping how procurement operates moving forward - improving processes, introducing stronger governance, and building the foundations for a more mature, efficient, and commercially focused function.

This is a hands-on contract role suited to someone who can step into a developing environment, assess current state capability, and implement practical, fit-for-purpose improvements that deliver immediate and long-term value.

What you’ll be doing

• Review current procurement processes, controls, and operating model
• Identify gaps, risks, and opportunities for uplift
• Build fit-for-purpose procurement frameworks and governance
• Improve contract visibility, management, and central repository practices
• Support Source-to-Pay process optimisation, aligned to the broader Workday environment
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders across finance, operations, and the wider business
• Drive practical change outcomes in a complex environment
• Establish building blocks for long-term procurement maturity

What we’re looking for

• Strong background in procurement leadership, transformation, or commercial uplift
• Experience improving low-maturity procurement functions
• Strong understanding of Source-to-Pay processes
• Experience working within or alongside ERP environments such as Workday highly regarded
• Exposure to contract lifecycle management tools such as Evisort is advantageous
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to operate strategically and hands-on
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and leading change

What’s on offer

• Initial 6 month contract with potential extension
• Melbourne-based role with hybrid flexibility
• Opportunity to shape and modernise a key business function during a critical transformation phase
• Mid-May start date

If you're interested, then please get in touch with Jodie Marron, Senior Principal Consultant, at [email protected].