Senior Manager, Procurement Operations and COE Join to apply for the Senior Manager, Procurement Operations and COE role at IDP Education Ltd Senior Manager, Procurement Operations and COE 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Senior Manager, Procurement Operations and COE role at IDP Education Ltd Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About IDP IDP is the global leader in international education services, delivering global success to students, test takers and our partners, through trusted human relationships, digital technology and customer research. An Australian-listed company, we operate in more than 50 countries around the world. About IDP IDP is the global leader in international education services, delivering global success to students, test takers and our partners, through trusted human relationships, digital technology and customer research. An Australian-listed company, we operate in more than 50 countries around the world. Our team is comprised of over 7,000 people of various nationalities, ages and cultural backgrounds. Proudly customer-first, our expert people are powered by global technology. Together, we offer unmatched services, helping local dreams become realities, all over the world. Learn more at www.careers.idp.com Ready to lead procurement transformation in a global organisation Seeking applications from a dynamic Senior Manager, Procurement Operations and Centre of Excellence (COE) to join our centralised procurement leadership team. Reporting to the Global Head of Corporate and Technology Procurement, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing function that delivers strategic, long-term value across the organisation. This is a full-time permanent role based out of Melbourne responsible for driving transformation through best-practice governance, commercial capability building, performance measurement, third-party risk and compliance, and sustainability integration. In this role you will Establish and lead IDP’s Procurement COE and Operations - driving innovation, governance, and capability building. Champion procurement transformation, elevating it from transactional to strategic. Oversee the procurement system transition from SAP Ariba to Oracle Fusion, enabling digital excellence. Embed sustainability, risk management, and performance frameworks across procurement practices. Partner with business units to align procurement with commercial goals and deliver measurable outcomes. We are looking for a visionary leader with Extensive experience in strategic procurement leadership across complex organisations. Proven success in establishing and leading a Procurement COE or similar capability. Strong knowledge of procurement frameworks and policies, contract and supplier management, and third-party risk. Experience in procurement system transitions (SAP Ariba and/or Oracle Fusion). Demonstrated ability to deliver commercial capability training in hybrid procurement environments. Deep understanding of governance and compliance in procurement. Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across senior levels. Experience integrating sustainability into procurement strategies. Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills. Passion for driving continuous improvement and thrives in complex environments And With Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Business, or Law with a focus on Procurement. Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Education Administration Programs Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at IDP Education Ltd by 2x Get notified about new Procurement Operations Manager jobs in Docklands, Victoria, Australia . Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago Dandenong, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$180,000.00-A$180,000.00 2 weeks ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago Strategic Sourcing Manager, Delivery Services Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago Southbank, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$130,000.00-A$175,000.00 16 hours ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago Manager Category & Contracts Management, AIS Supply Chain- IPS: Procurement Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. J-18808-Ljbffr
