Careers at UniSC

• Financial Services, Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
• Level 8, $115,240 - $130,514 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

Here’s your chance to bring your procurement expertise to a role that’s all about impact, collaboration and smart, solution focused thinking. At UniSC, our Strategic Procurement & Contracts Advisor supports a wide range of stakeholders to make informed, value driven decisions, from early planning through to supplier performance and everything in between. You’ll lead sourcing and contracting activities, guide best practice procurement and help shape processes that are clear, effective and future focused. It’s a great opportunity to build strong relationships, influence positive change and contribute to meaningful outcomes across the university.

You will

• lead procurement and contract activities from planning to management, delivering value, compliance and strong results;
• collaborate with stakeholders to shape practical solutions that meet business needs, manage risk and strengthen supplier relationships; and
• champion good procurement practice through continuous improvement and consistent, effective processes across the University.

About you

Our ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of procurement and a practical, solutions-focused mindset. You’re confident leading sourcing and contracting activities, navigating complex requirements, and translating business needs into clear, commercially sound outcomes. You work well with others, share your knowledge, and take pride in lifting processes and building capability. If you're looking for a role where your expertise can make a genuine impact across a growing university, we’d love to hear from you.

You will possess:

• Experience in procurement or commercial advisory roles within structured, process-driven environments.
• A solid understanding of procurement strategies, sourcing, and contract management, with a focus on creating value and managing risk.
• A collaborative approach to business partnering, with a track record of building positive relationships and working effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills for coordinating priorities, improving processes and keeping things on track, even when timelines are tight.
• A practical mindset and problem-solving skills, with an eye for improving outcomes and lifting procurement practices.
• Confidence working with procurement and contract management systems, and the ability to support reporting and analysis using Excel or similar tools.
• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to prepare accurate procurement documents, contracts and reports, and engage with both internal and external stakeholders.

Desirable:

• Experience in the higher education sector, and an understanding of Queensland Procurement Policy.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description:  493306_position description.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Wednesday 2 July 2025

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Jesse Volbeda
Director, Strategic Procurement and Major Contracts
Telephone: 07 5409 8674
Email: jvolbeda@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.