Category Manager

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia VENTORA Full time
Timber Category ManagerAbout our Opportunity

The Timber Category Manager will lead the optimisation of VENTORA's timber procurement strategy and supply chain across all Australasian operations with 22 manufacturing sites consuming timber. This strategic position oversees sourcing, negotiation and supplier relationship management for timber and timber-related products, ensuring we are in line with market trends, quality, cost-effectiveness, sustainable supply, operational demands, customer needs and evolving compliance requirements.

Success in this role will be measured by driving continuous improvement, cost optimisation and the reliable availability of timber inputs for VENTORA's manufacturing and sales functions.

The role can be based at any of our sites located in Girraween, Macquarie Park or St Marys, NSW, Dandenong South or Rowville, VIC or Staplyton, QLD.

About You

We are looking for expertise in Timber category with understanding of timber markets, global supply trends and compliance requirements with strong analytical capability and commercial acumen. Naturally a people person with the ability to influence, your strengths will be your high level of communication skills as a collaborative leader.

You have
  • Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain, Procurement e.g. APICS or CIPS along with Business, Commerce or equivalent, preferred.
  • Experience in management of third party carriers, international freight and customs processes
  • Skilled negotiator in securing high-quality materials at competitive prices
  • Proven to achieve results in cost and process efficiency
  • Technological aptitude with the ability to leverage data and procurement tools for decision-making
What's On Offer
  • A generous remuneration package
  • Autonomy with flexible work arrangements
  • Generous discounts on our extensive range of products
  • Ability to schedule leave every year over the Christmas period
  • Additional paid day's leave on your birthday, even if it falls on the weekend
  • Flare benefits program - salary packaging, discounts and premium perks
  • Refer a friend and get rewarded with $$$ through our Employee Referral Program
  • Opportunities to cross-train, enhance your skills and advance your career
  • Employee Assistance Program access
Your Next Steps

Do you have what it takes to represent VENTORA as a leader in the building products industry and make your mark in this senior level role? If you have the relevant experience and qualities, then apply now

Eligible applications must have legal rights to work full time in Australia.

Agencies will only be engaged if required. Please do not contact us or send applicants to us unless requested by the Talent Acquisition Team.

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Management, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain
Industries
  • Wholesale Building Materials

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