Commercial Procurement Contract Team Leader
Western Power
A leading electricity distribution network service provider in Western Australia.
Lead a procurement team to drive category strategy, sourcing and stakeholder success
12 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Onsite
Company Size
1,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electricity distribution
Transmission network planning
Network maintenance
Temporary power supply
Meter installations
Technical training and authorisation
Asset relocation
Microgrid and battery storage integration
Sector Specialisms
Electricity Network
Renewable Energy
Transmission
Distribution
Microgrid
Battery Storage
Energy Infrastructure
Substations
Role
Description
team leadership
technical guidance
category processes
resource planning
documentation
innovation
We have a new 12-month Secondment Opportunity for a Commercial Procurement Contract Team Leader in our Network Maintenance & Operational Support portfolio where you'll drive procurement excellence and foster a collaborative, transparent environment. You'll lead a team of skilled Category and Sourcing Specialists, ensuring their success in delivering key procurement outcomes.
- Lead a high-performing procurement team to deliver business programs and objectives aligned with customer needs and strategy.
- Provide expert advice, clear direction, and technical guidance to ensure team success.
- Develop and mentor team members, fostering growth, performance, and continuous improvement.
- Drive consistency in category and sourcing processes, utilising systems, tools, and templates effectively.
- Organise resources strategically to achieve key outcomes and deliverables.
- Promote innovation and a culture of excellence in procurement practices.
- Ensure thorough documentation supports category strategies and sourcing events.
Requirements
procurement
negotiation
stakeholder
contract law
leadership
sourcing
- Extensive experience in managing complex procurement categories and sourcing strategies.
- Strong negotiation expertise with a proven ability to manage commercial and contractual risks effectively.
- Proven track record of negotiating high-value transactions with confidence and precision.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Solid knowledge of contract and construction law, including relevant legislation and regulations.
- Exceptional leadership skills, with a proactive approach to team development and engagement.
Benefits
You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 2006
Year Established
The company was established to manage the electricity distribution network across Western Australia.
88,000 km
Powerlines Managed
Extensive network of powerlines ensuring reliable electricity distribution.
2.5M People
Served
Provides essential electricity services to urban and regional communities.
- Focus on modernizing infrastructure with smart grid technology to enhance reliability and reduce outages.
- Key role in connecting renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, to promote cleaner energy solutions.
- Typical projects include construction and maintenance of substations, distribution lines, and cutting-edge technology integration.
- Noteworthy projects involve automated fault detection systems and grid resilience initiatives for extreme weather events.
Culture + Values
- Creates continuous education in cultural awareness for cultural competency above public sector requirements.
- Strengthening understanding and relationships with local indigenous culture through Noongar Alternative Heritage Agreements.
- Dual naming of depots and office meeting rooms in Aboriginal languages.
- Inclusion of Aboriginal artwork across sites, carrying meaning of place.
- Committed to mutually beneficial relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, fostering inclusion through employee networks.
- Openness to cultural learning and reconciliation through Reconciliation Action Plan activities such as NAIDOC, bush tucker lunches, and traditional dance.
Environment + Sustainability
30% Emission Reduction
Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Achieved a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2008.
33% Renewable Energy
Grid Energy Source
Approximately one-third of grid energy is now sourced from renewable resources.
25% EV Fleet Transition
Light Vehicle Transition
A target to transition at least 25% of the light vehicle fleet to electric vehicles by 2025.
70% Biodegradable Oils
Synthetic Ester Oils
Synthetic ester transformer oils used, which are 70% more biodegradable than traditional mineral oils.
- Net‑zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050
- More than 65% of the Perth metro area benefits from underground power, improving capacity for renewables
- Connecting renewables through community batteries, SPS, microgrids, mini‑pumped hydro, and virtual power plant trials
- Clean Energy Link – North Region funded with $655 million, plus $503 million planning for further SWIS grid augmentation
Inclusion & Diversity
Women 10%
Engineering Roles
Women hold 10% of engineering roles within the organization.
46% Senior Leadership
Women in Senior Roles
Women account for 46% of senior leadership positions.
7% Electricians
Women in Trade
Women make up 7% of electricians, exceeding the national average of 2%.
4 Women Directors
Board Representation
Four of the six board members are women, including the Board Chair.
- Women represent 31% of leadership roles and 46% of senior leadership roles
- Seven of 31 recently recruited electrical/line‑worker apprentices are women
- Established six employee network groups advocating equity and inclusion, including one focused on gender
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy includes developing and tracking DEI metrics, aligned to business operations
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