Category Specialist

3 weeks ago

City Of Swan, Australia WesTrac Cat Full time
Overview

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Location: Guildford, WA, AU

Reporting into the National Contracts Manager, the Category Specialist will join our Procurement team to lead strategic initiatives and drive performance improvements across high-volume procurement activities. This pivotal role is focused on delivering exceptional commercial outcomes and enhancing operational efficiency.

Location Options
  • South Guildford, WA
  • Tomago, NSW

Roster: Monday – Friday, 8.5-hour days (including half-hour meal break)

What You'll Do
  • Develop and maintain a strategic overview of industry trends
  • Collaborate with supply partners to monitor and review contract KPIs
  • Lead strategic planning initiatives to transform the category
  • Ensure contract compliance and assess vendor performance
Skills & Experience
  • Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Category Management, or a related field
  • Strong background in contract lifecycle management
  • Knowledge of advanced sourcing strategies
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Familiarity with SAP ARIBA or similar ERP systems
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Industry experience in mining, construction, forestry, infrastructure, manufacturing, or engineering (desirable)
Benefits
  • Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts
  • Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access
  • Culture & Career – Personal and Team Recognition, Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through WesTrac Institute
  • Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity
Our Company & Commitment

With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions. We reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.

Reference Number: 4507

Seniority level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Contract
Job function
  • Marketing and Sales
Industries
  • Machinery Manufacturing

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