For 29 years, ISPT has invested in property, developing and creating vibrant, meaningful places for people to work, shop and enjoy. We are committed to supporting Australians in retirement and creating sustainable communities. Our purpose is to develop and grow together to create a better future for all.  

At ISPT, we have over $21B in funds under management across 140 assets in office, retail, industrial, residential and emerging sectors education and health & life sciences. We aspire to be the best property solutions partner, delivering strong, sustainable returns for our investors. Our culture and people are our greatest assets, and we recently launched our refreshed strategy that focuses on building on our strengths while transforming for the future.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Business Partner to join our Finance team on a 12 month contract.

About the opportunity

The Procurement Business Partner will be responsible for the implementation of the modern slavery workplan, as part of the ISPT modern slavery working group. Working closely with the Senior Procurement Manager, the role will also support the delivery of the procurement strategy, including the execution of the sourcing plan and the roll out of the supplier management framework across ISPT.

They will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and establish processes, systems and controls to ensure effective supplier management, and in particular, effective modern slavery risk management.

Other tasks will include:

·       Implement initiatives as per the modern slavery three-year workplan

·       Engage with stakeholders to execute procurement initiatives, monitor progress and, assess required changes

·       Monitor suppliers’ compliance against the ISPT Supplier Code of Conduct

About you

As this role will play a key part in ensuring our Modern Slavery workplan is delivered, it is key that you have a strong understanding of the Modern Slavery Act and experience in developing and implanting a plan for compliance with the Act.

A passion for sustainable procurement practices will hold you in good stead, as you will be working closely with our ESG and Risk teams.

·       Strong knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, including sourcing, supplier management, contract management and demand management.

·       Demonstrated understanding of supply chain practices

·       Experience in applying problem solving strategies and analysing data.

·       Prior experience leading complex improvement projects involving diverse stakeholders.

We offer

We understand that work is only one part of your life, and because of this we have benefits to allow you to focus on what is important to you.  We support our colleagues to achieve work life balance through flexible working arrangements such as hybrid working and competitive financial and lifestyle benefits.  These include a generous incentive program, 12% superannuation, a company-wide salary continuance policy, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus a leave day every month! 

We cultivate a workplace that is welcoming and respectful along with embracing the diversity each team member brings.  We have a continued commitment to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are, so if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to equitably participate, please let us know.