Category Manager

3 weeks ago

North Sydney, Australia TPG Telecom Full time

We’ve only just begun, but what a beginning. In a once in a generation moment, we’ve brought together powerful brands to create one united force. TPG Telecom has a powerhouse of brands which include Vodafone, TPG, iiNet, Internode, Lebara, AAPT and felix. The latest technology and brave thinking let us connect our people and communities. You could play a role in that. A big one. We invite you to bring your boldness and stand out. You are empowered. Opportunities are plenty for those ready to accept the challenge.

**This opportunity**

The Senior Category Manager - Information Technology reports to the Category and Sourcing Manager - Digital & IT within the Procurement Team. You will work collaboratively to manage commercial engagements, and drive value for the TPG Telecom Technology teams.

The role is an integral part of the procurement team and will partner closely with the Technology teams to establish and maintain commercial relationships with vendors and partners to offer solutions to TPG business customers.

**Responsibilities**
- Manage the portfolio of strategic vendors and their engagement across the IT Technology organisation working closely with the relevant business owners to deliver optimal value to TPG.
- Identify and manage the delivery of savings and cost reduction initiatives without compromising business objectives or quality or service/scope.
- Lead commercial negotiations with vendors to ensure optimum outcomes whilst ensuring that our dealings with vendors meet the highest professional and ethical standards.
- Manage and lead RFx processes.
- Understand and develop category strategies that will support the delivery of the TPG business strategies.
- Ownership of a portfolio of vendors ensuring contracts are in place and managed.
- Complete regular reviews of supplier arrangements to ensure the fulfilment of all contractual obligations, the delivery of business value and the resolution of any disputes or non-compliance.
- Provide commercial advice in relation to managing the lifecycle of vendors and their contractual agreements.
- Responsibility for maintaining a consolidated vendor base, leveraging scale and value and managing non-performing or redundant vendors.
- Review and approval of requirements and requisitions across your vendor base to ensure orders adhere to supplier agreements.
- Work collaboratively with all TPG key stakeholders across all key functions.

**Knowledge and experience**
- Commercial Degree qualified or equivalent desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and work with key business stakeholders.
- Experience negotiating and managing complex supplier contracts.
- Experience managing and leading RFx processes.
- Full understanding of the vendor lifecycle with strong knowledge of partnering arrangements.
- Exposure and/or experience within a purchasing/procurement environment with a sound understanding of procurement policies and procedures.
- Solutions focused with strong commercial acumen/analytical skills.
- Experience delivering savings and cost avoidance activities through negotiation and scope discussion.

**Benefits and perks**
- Flexible hybrid way of working (work from home and office)
- ‘Stay Connected Mobile’ - Access to a free mobile plan
- ‘Stay Connected NBN’ - Access to a free NBN 100 plan
- ‘Your Leave’ - an additional 4 days of leave to be used whenever you like - every year
- Access to TPG Learning Hub platform and internal development opportunities
- Access to Corporate Partner Discounts

**Our TPG Telecom Spirit**

We believe in the power of meaningful relationships to support vibrant, connected communities where everyone belongs. You will join a supportive company that is diverse and inclusive, and celebrates what makes our employees different, as well what brings us together. We want you to bring your true self to work, and to feel like your contribution matters. We encourage ambition in everything we do, from telco solutions to customer experience, to community impact. You will have real opportunities to take charge and take control.

If you think the power of people and collaboration can make a meaningful difference in the world, then **APPLY NOW** to help us build a better future.

**Bolder and better together**
- #LI-Hybrid #LI-LM1_

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