Supplier Governance Advisor
Employer not yet confirmed · Barangaroo, NSW, Australia · hybrid
TPG Telecom started with a belief that we can make things better for Australians. We believe in the power of meaningful relationships to support vibrant, connected communities where everyone belongs. It’s our why; our reason to exist. Now, we’re proud to be one of Australia’s leading mobile and internet providers. We’re not just redefining telco, we’re changing its course. And you play a role in that. A big one. The opportunities are plenty for those who are ready to accept the challenge.
Could that be you?
Your opportunity:
The Supplier Governance Advisor provides oversight of supplier governance processes, supports regulatory and risk management obligations, and contributes to the design and implementation of scalable frameworks, controls and operating model improvements. The Supplier Governance Advisor plays a key role in strengthening and evolving TPG Telecom's supplier governance and third-party risk management capabilities. The role sits within Procurement and partners across the business to identify and solve governance, risk and compliance challenges, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support the delivery of governance outcomes.
The position requires a highly adaptable professional who can manage multiple priorities, influence stakeholders and translate complex requirements into practical business solutions.
You'll make impact by:
1. Supplier Governance Framework
- Support execution and refinement of supplier governance processes across the supplier lifecycle
- Maintain governance registers, documentation and control artefacts in line with internal standards
- Assist with policy governance activities including monitoring updates and supporting supplier communications
- Contribute to strengthening governance consistency as processes evolve
- Support the Senior Supplier Governance Manager with development and implementation of the contract management approach
- Support transition to Contract Lifecycle Management environment where applicable
- Support the Senior Supplier Governance Manager with implementation, training and awareness of the supplier governance framework.
2. Third-Party Risk Management
- Undertake supplier third party risk assessments in collaboration with risk domain SMEs
- Manage the supplier third party risk assessment process ensuring completion of assessments in a timely fashion
- Establish risk reporting to support ongoing monitoring of supplier risk, including the establishment of dashboards
- Monitor compliance with defined risk controls and escalate exceptions where required
- Assist with audit and regulatory information requests
- Work with the risk governance team where required to maximise use and efficiency of ReadiNow Third Party Risk Module
- Support the Senior Supplier Governnace Manager to collaborate with Risk Domain SMEs across different functional areas to uplift third party risk management and monitoring, including the support of new associated regulatory requirements e.g.
- Support the Senior Supplier Governance Manager with ongoing training and awareness as related to the risk management of suppliers.
3. Control Oversight in an Evolving Operating Model
- Act as an onshore control point for governance activities that cannot be transitioned offshore
- Coordinate with offshore teams to ensure alignment with defined risk boundaries
4. Regulatory Obligation Compliance
- Support the Senior Supplier Governance Manager with activities to ensure ongoing compliance with SOCI Act obligations as related to third parties including:
- Impact assessment of new obligations
- Control design and implementation as required
- Maturity uplift for supply chain hazard as related to TPGs CIRMP
- Reporting to Steerco’s, Executive, ARC and Board as required
5. Continuous Improvement & Maturity Uplift
- Identify opportunities to streamline and strengthen procurement governance controls
- Support procurement governance related transformation initiatives
- Contribute to the uplift of procurement maturity through improved transparency, consistency and accountability
What you’ll bring:
• Experience in procurement, governance, compliance or risk environments
• Risk assessment and management experience
• Understanding of third-party risk management principles
• Strong analytical and documentation capability
• Ability to operate in environments undergoing structural or process change
• Strong coordination and stakeholder engagement skills
What's in it for you?
- Flexible hybrid way of working (from home and office)
- ‘Stay Connected Mobile’ – Access to a free mobile plan
- ‘Stay Connected NBN’ – Access to a free, high‑speed NBN plan (up to 500 Mbps)
- ‘Your Leave’ - additional leave to be used whenever you like - every year
- Access to TPG Learning Hub platform and internal development opportunities
- Access to Corporate Partner Discounts
Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s OK! At TPG Telecom, we’re all about creating an accessible workplace where everybody feels safe to bring their authentic self to work - regardless of background. If you think this role is a great fit for you but some of the qualifications don’t align with your experience, we still encourage you to apply - you might just be the perfect candidate for a similar role with us! Learn more about life at TPG Telecom here.
TPG Telecom also acknowledges the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation as the Traditional Custodians of lands and waterways where this office can be found in Barangaroo.
Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Managers kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. TPG Telecom is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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