Procurement Manager 

Bendigo | Full-Time | Ongoing 

Salary per year: $120,000 - $140,000 - excluding superannuation (dependent upon experience)  

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Procurement Manager to lead the next phase of our procurement journey. 

This is an opportunity to shape a role, build capability, and influence how procurement is delivered across a network of 51 Catholic schools a throughout Central and North Eastern Victoria. 

As CESL continues to strengthen key corporate services, you will play a pivotal role in building a contemporary procurement function that delivers value, consistency, risk management and outstanding support to school leaders. This is more than a traditional procurement role—it's an opportunity to create lasting impact across one of Victoria's largest regional education systems. 

About the Role 

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Procurement Manager will lead procurement strategy, governance and operational activities across CESL. 

You will partner closely with schools and CESL teams to: 

• Lead the development and implementation of CESL's procurement strategy and operating model. 

• Support schools to achieve value-for-money outcomes through effective procurement practices. 

• Establish and strengthen procurement governance, policies and frameworks. 

• Manage supplier relationships, tender processes and contract negotiations. 

• Identify opportunities for greater collaboration, standardisation and centralisation across the network. 

• Build procurement capability and confidence across schools and CESL teams. 

• Deliver practical solutions that balance local school needs with system-wide benefits. 

This role offers significant scope to influence how procurement is delivered into the future and would suit someone who enjoys creating structure, driving improvement and building strong relationships. 

Why Join CESL? 

At CESL, our work is guided by our Cultural Covenant and Guiding Lights, which call us to: 

• Be courageous in pursuing improvement and innovation. 

• Work collaboratively for the benefit of all schools and students. 

• Foster trust, stewardship and service. 

• Enable people and communities to flourish. 

You will join a values-driven organisation where your work contributes directly to supporting school leaders and improving outcomes for students across the region. 

What We Offer 

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. 

• Competitive remuneration package  

• Generous leave provisions. 

• Professional growth and career development opportunities. 

• A supportive and purpose-driven workplace culture. 

• The opportunity to lead meaningful organisational change and establish a lasting legacy. 

About Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited 

CESL governs and supports more than 60 schools and early childhood education services across the Sandhurst Diocese. Our schools serve communities across Bendigo, Echuca, Shepparton, Wangaratta, Wodonga and many regional and rural towns throughout Central and North Eastern Victoria. 

Inspired by the Catholic story and guided by our commitment to Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day, we work in partnership with our school communities to provide excellence in education and foster healthy and thriving communities. 

Child Safety and Inclusion 

CESL is committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe environment where all children are respected, valued and protected from harm. All employees share responsibility for promoting and maintaining a child-safe culture. 

We embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. 

Other Requirements: Employee Working with Childrens check, Current National Police Check, Drivers License

Applications Close: 28 July 2026