VIC/TAS News
| VIC/TAS Regional Chair: | Brendan Comas |
| VIC/TAS Regional Vice Chair: | Jane Holcombe |
| Conatct Email: | vic@cipsa.com.au |
Latest VIC/TAS News & Events
Knowledge Bites: Lunchtime Lecture Series no. 1
This first of the Victorian Knowledge Bites Lunchtime Lecture series featured Mr Ian Wheatley, Telstra Executive Director Procurement, who presented on "Procurement - a Leading Edge Approach”. Ian has ultimate responsibility for Telstra's 300+ procurement personnel, its procurement practice and execution, and engagement with IBM Australia. In his information session, he discussed Telstra's procurement challenges and solutions in not only building the world-first 3G network, but also Telstra's BPO with IBM Australia. Whilst Telstra is proud of its leading-edge status globally, it does come with the price of being the pioneer. A lot of lessons are learnt when you’re the first, and the knowledge of these lessons are invaluable.
Click here to download Ian's presentation.
The following dates are also scheduled, with topics and speakers to be confirmed. Mark your diaries now for these dates.
Wednesday, 21 May
Wednesday, 16 July
Wednesday, 17 September
Open Training Courses Booking Out Quickly
Courses are filling up quickly for CIPSA’s 2008 Open Training programme. More than 200 places have been booked during March, so to avoid disappointment, book your place now!
The programme offers a wide range of non-assessed training courses designed to enhance procurement skills and disseminate relevant professional knowledge quickly and easily. To view a list of courses available visit http://www.cips.org/membership/australia/opentraining/
See the full 2008 Open Training Calendar here.
Download the full PDF brochure here (1.8 MB)
Book Now - 200+ bookings already in March!
Download an electronic booking form here. (Word).
See Terms & Conditions here
VIC Calendar of Events
Mark your diary now for these VIC events in 2008. More dates will arise, so remember to keep an eye out on the VIC/TAS Events page.
7 May – Tender Evaluation
21 May – Knowledge Bites Lunchtime Lecture Series #2.
30 May – Reducing Total Cost
5 June – Category Management
19-20 June – Women in Procurement Conference – Albert Park
26 June - Supplier Evaluation
27 June - Risk Management
18 July - Supplier Relationship Management (1)
30-31 July - Negotiation Masterclass
6 August – Effective Expediting (please note new date)
11-12 August - Stakeholder Influencing Skills
4 September - Fundamentals of Contract Law
12 September - Tender Evaluation (2)
8-9 October - Introduction to Procurement & Improve your Procurement Skills (2)
30 Octtober - Supplier Relationship Management (2)
CIPSA Energy Event -15 April 2008
Many thanks to the attendees and of course our sponsors Energetics and Creative Energy Solutions for a very successful event on buing energy.
Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Gala Dinner
Join industry leaders to recognise and celebrate the achievements of Victoria's outstanding manufacturers at the Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Gala Dinner to be held at the Palladium Ballroom, Crown Towers on Monday, May 19, 2008.
Enjoy a spectacular night with great food, wine and entertainment whilst networking with your peers. A black tie event celebrating excellence in manufacturing, this is an occassion not to be missed.
For more information, or to book, call Valentina and Associates on (03) 9692 9692, or visit www.business.vic.gov.au/halloffame.
Meet your Chair and Vice Chair
VIC/TAS Chair: Brendan Comas
Tendering and contracts services manager, strategic procurement department, Coles Group Ltd. His career began in the Tasmanian mining industry after qualifying as a mechanical engineer from the University of Adelaide. After traveling he worked in various IT ERP consulting roles.
Prior to joining Coles three years ago, Brendan was one of the original members of BOMweb, a Melbourne-based consulting firm, specialising in strategic sourcing and online technology solutions. This followed the completion of his MBA at the Melbourne Business School.
Email Brendan at vic@cipsa.com.au
VIC/TAS Vice Chair: Jane Holcombe
Strategic procurement manager, indirect spend, South Pacific Tyres (SPT)
Previously Jane worked for Coles Myer (now Coles Group), National Australia Bank (NAB), Ansett/Air New Zealand and Kodak. She has been a category manager of indirect categories such as travel, recruitment, print, warehouse and distribution, and IT. She has a business degree from RMIT University.
Email Jane at vic@cipsa.com.au
VIC region finishes the year with a blast!
The committee organised a successful end of year event on December 5 with more than 80 people attending. The emphasis was on networking and getting into the spirit of the Christmas season. A brief survey was also conducted at the door to get some feedback and ideas on what type of events people prefer and what topics are of greatest interest.
VIC Chair, Brendan Comas introduced the committee members and gave a high level overview of what to expect for local CIPSA events in 2008. There are quarterly events planned with details to be announced once they are finalized soon. There will be also be a lunchtime lecture series hosted by Telstra in the CBD. The first of these will be given by Ian Wheatley, Telstra Procurement Executive Director, on the topic of “Procurement – Leading Edge Approach”. See above.
The committee would also like to thank Vertical Talent who sponsored the event as well as Dolce Lounge and Take 5 and Energise for the magnificent shoulder massages. See the pictures on the logo above.
Andrew Jacob Essay Winner for VIC (and National Winner too!)
Congratulations to Andrew Jacob of BHP Billiton, for his winning essay for the VIC/TAS Region. Andrew also won the national competition, and as part of his prize was treated to a complimentary pass to the 3rd Annual Conference, which he flew in on standby from Singapore just to attend.
Andrew's essay titled "Procurement Evolution: The Next Frontier" tackled the question: What are the major implications for Procurement as an increasingly-recognised and fast-growing profession and how will it evolve in the future?
Congratulations Andrew, for being the best entrant in your region and in Australia and New Zealand. Andrew enjoyed a complimentary trip to the CIPS Australia 3rd Annual conference, where he was presented with his award from National Judge, Prof Guy Callender FCIPS.
Well done Andrew, and thank you making the trip to Melbourne for the conference.
Read more about Andrew in issue 17 of Procurement Professional.
