Category Lead

2 months ago


Perth, Australia Murdoch University Full time

Continuous, Full Time
- Classification HEW0708 | $89,000 - $117,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions
- Salary Packaging opportunities
- Ref: JR102145

About Us

The Finance team is a proactive, valued, and trusted business partner within the University and provides significant contributions towards the implementation of the University’s strategic plan. The team is dedicated to creating a customer focused and collaborative environment, empowering decision makers in the delivery of innovative education and research.

The Role

The successful applicant will lead procurement activities under established category strategies in partnership with University stakeholders and deliver value for money outcomes that support the University’s Strategy.

Key responsibilities for the role can be split into the following categories as outlined within the Position Description:

- Lead Procurement Initiatives
- Category Management
- Reporting
- Continuous Improvement
- Ad Hoc tasks

What you’ll bring to this role
- Proven experience in strategic procurement and category management, preferably in a complex organisational setting
- A customer-centric mindset characterised by proactivity, responsiveness to internal stakeholder needs and the ability to cultivate positive relationships
- Demonstrated experience achieving value for money outcomes by leading all aspects of high-value, high-risk procurement processes
- High level written skills with the ability to prepare complex procurement and technical documents, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
- High level analytical, conceptual and strategic problem-solving skills
- Knowledge and experience in contract management and negotiations with the ability to interpret and understand contractual terms specific to the procurement of goods, services and works
- High level proficiency in document control and management

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights and be required to undertake a Police history check in accordance with the University’s Employee Background Checks Procedure.

What you’ll get in return

You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

- Competitive remuneration
- Paid leave entitlements
- Flexible work arrangements
- Salary packaging options
- Employee Assistance Program
- On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

To Apply
- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the
- Position Description
)
- Your most recent resume (CV)

Position contact:
Shaun Potter - Head of Procurement

Closing date: 17/04/2024 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.


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