Devaki Dee Parthasarathy
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Accomplished leader in procurement and commercial management with 30 years of experience driving governance, assurance, probity, and strategic sourcing across public and private sectors. Proven record of embedding robust compliance frameworks, spearheading award-winning procurement reforms, and delivering high-profile regulatory and commercial programs. Recognised for value-for-money outcomes, mitigating procurement risks, and transforming procurement into a strategic enabler. Trusted advisor to executives, stakeholders, and suppliers with a reputation for integrity, innovation, and impact. Managerial professional with proven record of streamlining processes and leading high-performing teams. Known for strong analytical skills and commitment to achieving results. Teams rely on collaborative leadership and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager – Procurement & Commercial (Governance & Assurance)
Transport for NSW
09.2025 - Current
- Established the Procurement Governance function post-Operation Ember, embedding probity and compliance across 1,300+ contracts, Memoranda of Understanding, and agreements, significantly reducing procurement risks.
- Designed assurance frameworks, sourcing strategies, and evaluation models for multi-million-dollar Regulatory Programs, ensuring full alignment with NSW Procurement standards.
- Delivered independent probity oversight on high-risk ICT and enforcement contracts within a $750M portfolio, mitigating conflict-of-interest risks.
- Introduced dashboards (Domo, PowerApps) and a central contract register, reducing reporting inaccuracies and gaps while enabling real-time compliance visibility.
- Mentored and coached sourcing managers, embedding governance discipline and strengthening team capability.
Procurement Analyst / Senior Procurement Advisor
Roads and Maritime Services (RMS)
09.2015 - 10.2020
- Designed and implemented a predictive Procurement Metrics Dashboard, improving compliance monitoring and enabling proactive reporting.
- Partnered with stakeholders to develop procurement strategies aligned with NSW Procurement guidelines.
- Provided probity advisory on major and complex Regulatory Programs with significant community impact.
- Supported the implementation of Transport Equip (SAP/Ariba), achieving 83% end-user adoption in the first year.
- Advised executives on strategic procurement decisions, ensuring alignment with governance objectives.
Sourcing Analyst
University of Sydney
03.2015 - 08.2015
- Designed and implemented sourcing methodologies and fit-for-purpose strategies, improving efficiency and compliance.
- Managed end-to-end procurement for Corporate Infrastructure projects, delivering value-for-money outcomes.
- Served as subject matter expert on TenderLink, coaching teams on best practice and increasing adoption by 78% in 3 months.
- Conducted spend and supply market analysis, enabling data-driven sourcing decisions.
- Partnered with Finance to reduce maverick spend, delivering $2.3M in cost savings and strengthening budget control.
Procurement Analyst
Office of Environment & Heritage
03.2014 - 02.2015
- Produced organisation-wide procurement reports and analytics from SAP, delivering insights that informed executive sourcing strategies and supported evidence-based category planning.
- Developed a BIQ spend cube to enhance category planning and supplier monitoring.
- Analysed purchase card data to detect leakage, identifying and preventing $68K in non-compliant spend and improving governance.
- Provided strategic procurement insights to senior managers, strengthening category strategies.
- Partnered with Finance and business units to uncover $2M in cost savings across contract portfolio, strengthening compliance and improving budget outcomes.
Procurement & Transformation Consultant / Contracts Officer
Department of Finance, Services & Innovation (DFSI)
01.2003 - 01.2012
- Spearheaded procurement transformation and business process re-engineering, embedding whole-of-government frameworks that achieved 83% agency adoption in the first year, significantly improving compliance and consistency.
- Managed Whole of Government contracts and state-wide regulatory programs, ensuring probity and compliance.
- Developed procurement and travel policies, compliance frameworks, and e-learning modules.
- Partnered with vendors and agencies to implement new procurement systems.
- Delivered end-to-end procurement for high-value, complex tenders.
Education
MCIPS - Procurement
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
Sydney01.2017
Associate of Arts - Project Management
IIPM Sydney
Sydney02.2016
Associate of Arts -
Queensland University
Queensland01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of New Delhi
New Delhi01.1985
Skills
- Procurement Governance & Assurance Probity Oversight Risk Management
- Strategic Planning/Sourcing Value-for-Money NSW Procurement Standards
- Leadership Executive Stakeholder Engagement Team Capability Development Cross-functional team collaboration
- Policy & Process Transformation Compliance Frameworks Continuous Improvement
- Digital Procurement Tools (SAP, Ariba, Tableau, PowerApps, Domo) Data-driven decision making
- Contract Management Performance Reporting Supplier Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Transformed procurement governance at Transport for NSW by embedding probity and compliance across 1,300+ contracts worth $750M, elevating governance into a strategic enabler — work recognised with the Leadership Award – Transport for NSW.
- Delivered end-to-end procurement transformation at DFSI, designing whole-of-government eProcurement frameworks that modernised digital procurement processes across agencies — achievement recognised with the Commerce Minister’s Award – eProcurement Transformation.
- Reformed travel management at RMS through the In-house Travel Project and rollout of the Expense8 Mobile App, providing full visibility into travel spend and strengthening governance and compliance — project recognised with an industry award.
- Introduced predictive Procurement Metrics Dashboards (Domo, SAP/Ariba, PowerApps) across agencies, eliminating reporting gaps, enabling proactive compliance monitoring, and improving executive risk oversight.
- Designed and implemented fit-for-purpose frameworks for high-profile regulatory programs, including probity assurance for the Seatbelt Detection Program, ensuring compliance integrity — contribution nominated for a Transport Award.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Music
- Creative Writing
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Awards & Recognition
Leadership Award – Transport for NSW, Transport Award Nomination – Seatbelt Detection Program, Award-Winning In-house Travel Project & Expense8 Mobile App rollout – RMS, Commerce Minister’s Award – eProcurement Transformation (DFSI), Commerce Minister’s Award – Travel Practices Reform (DFSI)
Timeline
Manager – Procurement & Commercial (Governance & Assurance)
Transport for NSW
09.2025 - Current
Procurement Analyst / Senior Procurement Advisor
Roads and Maritime Services (RMS)
09.2015 - 10.2020
Sourcing Analyst
University of Sydney
03.2015 - 08.2015
Procurement Analyst
Office of Environment & Heritage
03.2014 - 02.2015
Procurement & Transformation Consultant / Contracts Officer
Department of Finance, Services & Innovation (DFSI)
01.2003 - 01.2012
MCIPS - Procurement
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
Associate of Arts - Project Management
IIPM Sydney
Associate of Arts -
Queensland University
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of New Delhi