Procurement Adviser

Senior Procurement Advisor (VPS5)
Pay Rate: $62.25 – $68.83 + super
Location:  222 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (Hybrid arrangement)
Contract:  19 November 2025 – 18 May 2026

About the Role  We are seeking an experienced  Senior Procurement Specialist  to join our team and support major infrastructure projects.
This role requires a strong understanding of procurement processes aligned with  Victorian Government Purchasing Board (VGPB)  requirements, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to make sound, timely decisions in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities for goods and services in compliance with VGPB policies.
• Prepare and review procurement and contract documentation with precision.
• Exercise considered judgement and risk analysis to make confident decisions.
• Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to meet tight deadlines.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, negotiate effectively, and resolve complex issues.

Key Selection Criteria

1. Sourcing:  Demonstrated experience in sourcing goods and services under VGPB requirements, with a sound understanding of commercial and contractual issues, preferably in major infrastructure projects.
2. Detail Focus:  Strong attention to detail in preparing and reviewing procurement and contract documents; ability to identify gaps and ensure logical sequencing.
3. Decisiveness:  High-level analytical skills, professional ethics, and ability to make quick, accurate decisions under delegated authority.
4. Self-discipline & Teamwork:  Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure to achieve competing priorities.
5. Stakeholder Management & Negotiation:  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to negotiate, resolve issues, and build strong partnerships.

Qualifications & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in  Commerce, Finance, Engineering, Law, Project Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Previous experience in similar procurement roles within government or large-scale projects.

Additional Details

• Start Date:  19 November 2025
• End Date:  18 May 2026
• Salary Range:  $123,000 – $136,000 + super (daily/hourly rate negotiable with in the band)

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

R eady to make an impact? Apply now and help deliver transformative infrastructure projects for Victoria.


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.