At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to develop procurement strategies and manage contracts for Perth Airport's growth.
- Company: Join Perth Airport, a key player in connecting WA with the world.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, free parking, and a modern work-life balance.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse, inclusive culture that values sustainability and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on projects that shape Western Australia’s future.
- Qualifications: Experience in leading teams and driving procurement outcomes in complex environments.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Perth Airport is Australia’s Western Hub connecting the people, businesses and communities of Western Australia with the rest of Australia and the world. Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week throughout the year, Perth Airport plays a significant role in providing economic, social and cultural benefits to West Australians.
We are delivering a $5 billion infrastructure program to transform the airport, including new and expanded terminals, a parallel runway, multi-storey car parks and our first on site hotel. This investment will deliver a single, integrated airport precinct and a world class passenger experience. Beyond aviation, the Perth Airport estate spans more than 2,100 hectares and supports a $1.5 billion portfolio of industrial and commercial assets, with significant opportunities for future development.
About the role
- Lead and develop a team of Category Managers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and high performance.
- Drive the development and implementation of category and procurement strategies that deliver sustainable commercial value and support organisational objectives.
- Oversee end to end procurement activities including planning, market engagement, sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, contract award and implementation.
- Provide strategic procurement advice to senior stakeholders, influencing decision making and delivering commercially sound procurement outcomes.
- Lead contract and contractor management activities across assigned portfolios, ensuring supplier performance, governance compliance and risk mitigation.
- Act as the subject matter expert for TechnologyOne Contracting and Purchasing systems, driving optimisation, reporting and system governance initiatives.
- Champion procurement capability uplift through training, eLearning programs and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
- Support ESG and supplier diversity initiatives by identifying opportunities to strengthen sustainability outcomes and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supplier engagement.
About You
- Proven experience leading and developing teams, providing commercial advice and driving procurement outcomes in complex business environments.
- Strong expertise in category management, sourcing and contract management, including market analysis, procurement planning, negotiation and supplier performance management.
- Highly effective stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively with executives, leaders and external contractors.
- Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement, challenge existing ways of working and identify opportunities to optimise commercial performance and business outcomes.
- Excellent organisational, communication and decision making skills, with the commercial judgement and resilience to lead teams through change and complex challenges.
Why Join Perth Airport?
- A collaborative and inclusive workplace where people are supported to do their best work.
- A dynamic and supportive team culture.
- A contemporary workplace with excellent facilities.
- A modern approach to work and life balance.
- Competitive remuneration and company benefits.
- Free on site parking.
Doing the right thing by the planet and future generations is important to us. We place a strong emphasis on embedding sustainability throughout our business strategy and operations. We remain steadfast in our commitment to driving ESPG (Environmental, Social, People, Governance) performance across our value chain and areas that have material environmental and social impact.
Ready for your career to take off? Your career, cleared for take off. At Perth Airport, every role supports a bigger journey. From day one, you’ll have a clear path—meaningful work, learning opportunities, and leaders who listen and champion diverse perspectives. We celebrate curiosity, recognise contributions, and support growth across projects that help shape Western Australia. We’re committed to a culture of equity, inclusion and respect, welcoming people from all communities, backgrounds and abilities to thrive here.
Procurement Manager in Alpha employer: Perth Airport Pty Ltd
Perth Airport is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to excel in their roles. With a commitment to sustainability and a dynamic team culture, staff enjoy competitive remuneration, excellent facilities, and opportunities for professional growth while contributing to impactful projects that benefit the community. Join us to be part of a forward-looking organisation that values diverse perspectives and champions a work-life balance.
