Executive Manager IT BPO and Corporate

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We have an exciting opportunity at nbn for an Executive Manager IT BPO and Corporate, reporting to the General Manager Procurement. This role sits within the Procurement leadership team and is responsible for driving sustainable value through sourcing, supplier partnerships and commercial outcomes that support the long-term goals of nbn.

A bit about your role

As the Executive Manager, you will lead the strategic sourcing and procurement activity that supports nbn’s digital, IT and corporate functions. This includes overseeing a high-performing team of procurement professionals, guiding them through all stages of the sourcing lifecycle – from strategic planning and market engagement through to negotiation, contract implementation and supplier management. The scope of your team’s work includes IT procurement such as software, licences, hardware and outsourced labour, as well as corporate categories including security, legal, Human resources/Learning & Development and consulting.

This role will have the opportunity to engage closely with senior leaders (including C-Suite), contribute to shaping procurement strategy at an enterprise level, and provide key input to governance forums. A typical year may include around ten key tender processes, along with managing contract renewals, extensions and proactive program planning. You will also have a clear line of sight to governance, ensuring sourcing activities are aligned with policy, risk frameworks and commercial objectives.

A bit about you

You are an experienced procurement leader with a strong track record across IT and BPO categories, ideally in a large or complex organisation. You bring strong digital and IT acumen, and you understand how to support business outcomes through well-structured sourcing and renewal strategies. You are also comfortable working across corporate areas and navigating the nuances of legal, HR or business support partnerships. Your commercial mindset is matched by your ability to bring people together and deliver solutions that work in practice.

As a People leader, you are calm, inclusive and collaborative. You take pride in helping others grow and foster a team environment built on respect and shared purpose. You understand the importance of governance and attention to detail, but you also bring a pragmatic, forward-looking approach. You are skilled at storytelling – especially in how you communicate ideas through presentations.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, and their Employer of Choice for 2025.

Equal Opportunities for All 

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this role will be a permanent position and applications for this role will close at midnight Wednesday, 4th June 2025.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.