Category Manager

5 months ago


Perth, Australia HAYS Full time

Seeking a Procurement and Contract Management specialist to step into a Category Management role - ASAP start

**Your new company**
A leading state government department based in Perth CBD, is seeking a procurement and contract management specialist to step into a category management position. This opportunity will initially be offered on a 6-month temporary basis, with a 12-month extension offered should all go well. You will be required to work full-time hours, and will be paid competitively.

**Your new role**

As the Category Specialist, you will be responsible for providing procurement and contract management supporting a specific category within the department. Your duties will include:

- Consult with contract stakeholders regarding procurement strategies, contract objectives, procurement timeframes and benchmarks
- Overseeing and developing complex contracts, managing stakeholder engagement throughout various procurement stages
- Lead the strategic planning process, particularly regarding contract requirements, procurement plans and business cases
- Participate in discussions with vendors around contract management and procurement enquiries
- Monitor and evaluate vendor performance against contract targets and deliverables
- Identify and report on relevant industry trends, demand trends and the supply market

**What you'll need to succeed**

In order to be considered, you will have:

- Extensive experience in procurement and contract management duties
- Previous experience working within a healthcare, medical or facility management environment would be beneficial
- Strong attention to detail and advanced written communication skills
- Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts at once
- Excellent time management skills

**What you'll get in return**
- A competitive hourly rate
- An initial 6-month engagement plus extensions
- Central Perth CBD office, close to public transport and nearby cafés
- Flexible work arrangements including work-from-home

**What you need to do now**

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