Category Procurement Specialist

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Buscojobs Full time

Job Description

  • Challenge yourself and make an impact in a strategic procurement role across the Corporate Services category
  • Partner with senior stakeholders to deliver commercial outcomes and drive supplier performance
  • Multiple full-time position based at Qantas Corporate Campus in Mascot

Built on a long history of aviation innovation, the Qantas Group continues to push boundaries. Whether through cutting-edge aircraft, new route development or digital transformation, we strive to deliver exceptional experiences for our customers. While the aviation industry is ever-changing, we embrace the challenges and remain focused on continuous improvement.

With a commercial and future-focused mindset, our Procurement team supports the diverse needs of the Qantas Group while maximising the value of our supplier partnerships. We're committed to making strategic decisions that reflect our sustainability goals and operational priorities.

As a Category Procurement Specialist , you'll manage strategic sourcing activities across one of the following portfolios :

Cabin Engineering -Mainly focused on the seating category with development of some other Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE) categoriesOperations - Ground handling, security, fleet presentation, customer service and other essential operational services.

This role will see you working closely with internal stakeholders to shape procurement strategies, deliver cost-effective outcomes and ensure supplier performance aligns with operational needs and business objectives. You'll also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, data-driven decision-making and procurement process optimisation.

You'll have :

3–5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management or procurement in indirect spend areasA tertiary qualification in Procurement, Business, or a related disciplineStrong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skillsExperience sourcing services such as consultancy, legal, insurance, recruitment, training or travelUnderstanding of procurement best practices, supplier performance management and contract negotiationAbility to manage cross-functional projects in a fast-paced, outcomes-driven environmentProficiency in Microsoft 365, ERP and eProcurement toolsA commercial mindset and passion for creating procurement value beyond cost savings

Why Qantas?

You'll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you'll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You'll be supported from day 1 with on-the-job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we've got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.

We love to travel : Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.We have flexible leave options : Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.We'll give you access to thousands of rewards : Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.We'll support your wellbeing : Whether it's learning to better support your own and others' mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you'll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.

If you're ready for a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application today.

Applications close : Thursday, 28 August 2025

Please note : applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship.

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