Senior Supplier Relationship Manager

The University of Newcastle
Full time Callaghan, New South Wales Operations Specialties Managers
Posted:
February 19, 2026
Location:
Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia

Job Description

The Role

As the Senior Supplier Relationship Manager you play a key role within Digital Technology Solutions (DTS) and are responsible for responsible for the end‑to‑end commercial and relationship management of strategically critical IT suppliers, including contract performance, commercial negotiations, and long‑term value realisation.

In this role you will:

  • Lead end‑to‑end supplier lifecycle management for key IT vendors, from procurement and contract negotiation through to performance governance, renewal and exit.
  • Act as the commercial and vendor management authority for complex IT contracts, including managed services, SaaS, cloud, and enterprise technology providers.
  • Drive contract negotiations, variations, renewals and commercial optimisation initiatives to deliver measurable financial and service outcomes.
  • Partner closely with cross‑functional teams across DTS and the University to align service ...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full time
Location: Callaghan, Australia
Posted: February 19, 2026
Deadline: March 31, 2026