Procurement Team Lead - Digital & Technology

We’re looking for a driven and experienced Procurement Team Lead to oversee and coordinate procurement activities across our Data and Technology portfolio.

In this role, you’ll lead end-to-end procurement processes, including high-value and high-risk tenders, while guiding evaluation panels and ensuring robust, compliant outcomes. You’ll bring strong expertise in commercial negotiations, contract management, and supplier relationship management, helping deliver strategic value across the organisation.

This is a permanent position based at our Newstead Head Office.

About You

You’re a hands-on leader who thrives on getting things done. 7+ years of experience in ICT procurement or a similar role, you have a proven track record of managing complex procurement initiatives and building effective, high-performing teams. You’re confident leading from the front, balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day delivery.

If you’re ready to take ownership, lead a capable team, and drive impactful procurement outcomes in a dynamic Data and Technology environment, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

• Partner with business and technical stakeholders to understand requirements and provide strategic procurement advice.
• Manage high-value sourcing activities, including procurement strategies, RFX documentation, evaluation processes, and contract development.
• Build and manage supplier relationships, including market engagement and supplier briefings.
• Lead procurement planning and pipeline management to ensure timely delivery of initiatives.
• Mentor and support the D&T procurement team, promoting best practice sourcing and capability development.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with organisational policies, governance frameworks, and probity requirements, while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 7+ years demonstrated experience in ICT lead procurement roles.
• Degree qualification in Supply, Procurement, Business, Commerce or similar discipline or equivalent experience in complex organisations.
• Formal procurement qualifications, CIPS or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications.
• Experience in managing and optimising modern procurement management systems.

Why join us?

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all vehicles in Australia over 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass. The NHVR minimises the compliance burden on the heavy vehicle transport industry, reduces duplication and inconsistences across state and territory borders, and ultimately for the heavy vehicle business with government in Australia.

We are headquartered in Brisbane and employ more than 1000 people across the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.

We offer- 

• A competitive salary package from $161,808.48 + superannuation
• Up to 15.25% superannuation through a co-contribution scheme
• Leave loading 17.5%
• Modern office environment with attractive end of trip facilities
• Options for monthly or fortnightly rostered day off
• Additional paid leave over Christmas closure
• Hybrid working environment – up to 2 days from home.
• Wellbeing programs – discounted fitness through Fitness Passport, Discount health insurance, flu vaccine, financial programs including discounted banking products, finance information sessions
• Salary packaging options including novated lease
• Discounted IT products including Microsoft and free family password security plan
• Ongoing training and professional development support
• Professional membership

Application Process

Please apply with your CV and cover letter addressing the essential requirements of the role.

Applications close: 5pm, 6 May 2026 (applications may close earlier than the listed closing date if suitable candidate/s are identified prior.