About UsSydney Water is committed to delivering world-class water services to our customers. We are embarking on a strategic initiative to enhance our supplier relationships and drive innovation through our Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program. Join us in this exciting journey to create a stable, responsive Procurement that supports our strategic objectives and market demands.About the RoleAs the Supplier Relationship Lead, you will play a pivotal role in establishing, developing, and strengthening collaborative relationships with our key strategic suppliers. You will act as a coordinator and facilitator between Sydney Water and its strategic suppliers, connecting stakeholders from both sides to resolve critical issues, identify opportunities for mutual growth, and drive efficiency improvements.Key Responsibilities:Continue to develop and steer a comprehensive SRM program to enhance delivery performance and drive innovation.Engage with senior stakeholders, including CEOs and CPOs of major suppliers, as well as EGMs and HoBs within Sydney Water.Facilitate the onboarding of Tier 1 suppliers to the SRM program and oversee the governance of supplier relationships.Monitor supplier performance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with Sydney Water's strategic objectives and market demands.Key Skills and Experience:Advanced expertise in Supplier Relationship Management and Stakeholder Management.Strong motivational leadership and decision-making skills.Excellent verbal communication and negotiation abilities.Intermediate business acumen and strategic thinking.Experience in process improvement and strategic procurement.Application ProcessTo apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.Essential Requirements:You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.Closing Date: Friday, 11 April :59pm AEST.Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process. Please contact for any further information.