Manager Construction Category Management

4 weeks ago

City of Parramatta Council, Australia ERA Personnel Full time
Manager Construction Category Management

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Great job opportunity for Manager Construction Category Management to work with a Government agency based in Parramatta.

  • Pay Rate: $700.00 to $850.00 per day + super
  • Contract: 6 months

About the Role

The role partners with stakeholders in a category/range of categories to plan, develop, source and manage procurement arrangements to effectively meet organisational and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of category management plans and sourcing strategies that ensure value for money while meeting stakeholder expectations.
  • Analyse business needs, commercial risks, and supply markets to inform procurement decisions, leading sourcing activities across various categories, and establishing effective supply arrangements.
  • Provide governance, advice and guidance to internal stakeholders to build expertise in procurement and procurement categories across the organisation.
  • Develop and administer contract management plans, negotiate changes and modifications, supplier performance management and compliance requirements by developing effective supplier relationships to enhance category outcomes.
  • Plan and lead contract negotiations in the establishment and review of supply arrangements to deliver value for money procurement outcomes in specific categories.
  • Identify, manage and mitigate procurement risks to enable the organisation to meet its obligations and maximise business opportunities.
  • Document procurement processes, decisions and contractual arrangements to provide an audit trail for probity and audit purposes.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Relevant experience in a similar role.
  • Strong supplier relationship management and risk mitigation skills to optimise procurement outcomes and maximise business opportunities.
  • Ability to maintain thorough documentation of procurement processes and contractual arrangements which is critical to ensuring transparency, accountability, and adherence to audit and compliance standards.

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Resume & Cover Letter: To increase your chances of securing an interview, we encourage you to tailor your CV outlining your relevant skills and experiences and how your experience aligns with the Key Responsibilities listed in the job ad.

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Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Temporary
Job function
  • Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
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