Category Manager

1 week ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Treasury & Finance Full time

About us
The Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) provides economic, financial and resource management advice to help the Victorian Government deliver its policies. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians.
Strategic Sourcing Group
The Strategic Sourcing Group (SSG) provides whole of government procurement solutions, policy development and implementation of the State's Intellectual Property (IP) requirements, as well as support for the Victorian Government Purchasing Board. SSG is also responsible for managing VicFleet operations including motor vehicle finance lease facilities across all government departments and agencies.
Procurement and Category Management Team
As part of the SSG, the Procurement and Category Management (PCM) team develops, implements, and manages whole of Victorian government procurement strategies, initiatives and relationships impacting on whole of Victorian government spend on non-ICT goods and service.
About the role
Due to recent and exciting growth, we have several Fixed-Term opportunities available.
Key accountabilities
- Lead the end-to-end category management activities across a broad range of goods and services categories to ensure that optimum procurement outcomes are achieved
- Lead whole of Victorian government sourcing projects including requirements gathering, business case development, tender preparation, evaluation, supplier negotiation and implementation whilst collaboratively engaging with key stakeholders to deliver effective procurement outcomes.
- Develop effective and collaborative relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders including senior management, departmental colleagues, Chief Procurement Officers and other key staff from government departments, suppliers and industry bodies
- Identify opportunities to provide innovative approaches to procurement practices, enabling DTF to deliver excellent procurement outcomes and to continuously enhance process improvements
- Responsible for demonstrating leadership across the PCM team which may include direct leadership of a team where you will be expected to lead, inspire and increase the capability of the team members in facilitating and developing procurement practice and data analytics
- Participate in strategic planning and decision making, identify and respond to emerging issues impacting on the operating environment
- Provide support to the SSG and the department on a range of matters as required

About you
To be considered for this role, you must demonstrate the following:

- Recognised procurement experience with expert knowledge in undertaking sourcing events for strategic engagements including leading complex negotiations to drive effective outcomes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven ability engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and build collaborative and effective relationships
- Demonstrated knowledge of procurement systems, tools and data analytics to support decision making, manage risk and maximise economic value
- High level analytical and conceptual skills with the ability to deliver innovative solutions to resolve complex problems

Experience and qualifications
Tertiary qualification in related discipline, and/or significant experience in a similar role would be highly regarded.
Strong knowledge of Victorian Government procurement policies will be highly regarded.
About our culture
We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability or age. In addition, we are committed to supporting Aboriginal pathways between education and employment.
The Department strives to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.
How to apply
For more information about the position and key selection criteria, please refer to the position description.
VaccinationDTF is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk consistent with the DTF's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OHS Act). DTF's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy requires all DTF employees to have an up-to-date vaccination status, or be medically exempted, as defined by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI), in order to attend a DTF work site or work for the Department in the community. DTF may request proof of vaccination or exemption during the recruitment and selection process.

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