Category Specialist

3 weeks ago

Newcastle, Australia Whitehaven Coal Full time

Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

About The Role
We are looking for an experienced Category Specialist to join our strong Procurement team in Newcastle. Reporting to a Category Manager you will support the execution of Whitehaven Coal’s Procurement strategy and conduct tenders for goods and services at an exciting time for the company. We are looking for strong team players to join our tight knit friendly team culture. These roles are full time permanent positions.

What You'll do
- Category Management
- Conducting contract negotiations
- Negotiating supplier pricing
- Reviewing spend levels
- Reducing commercial risk for the company
- Helping deliver sustainable procurement outcomes
- Occasional travel to operating sites will be required

What You'll Bring

**The successful applicant will possess**:

- Experience in Procurement, Category management or sourcing
- Strong negotiation skills and experience leading tenders
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Above average computer skills, mainly excel, word and powerpoint
- An understanding of mining, resources or construction industry is preferred but not essential

Why Whitehaven Coal
- Full relocation package to relocate to Newcastle NSW
- Industry leading 26 Weeks Parental Leave
- $4k for successful referrals
- Learning and skills development through study assistance and leadership training
- Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative
- Opportunities for career growth with new projects on the horizon

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We are striving for an inclusive workplace that brings people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes applicants of diversity of gender, culture and experience.
Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.
To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
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