Category Development Manager

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeLeadership Full time $141,179 - $173,769
Strategic Leadership Role

This pivotal position involves acting as a strategic partner between procurement teams and business areas related to ICT spend categories.

  • Develop and manage strategic category management for ICT categories to identify and maximize procurement efficiencies, value generation, and market insights.
  • Contribute to the development and management of the annual procurement strategic opportunities plan for ICT categories.
  • Collaborate with sourcing delivery and contract teams to optimize procurement sourcing, contract management, and performance.
  • Optimize the supply base through strategies like aggregation, consolidation, bundling, and rationalization, developing category plans and vendor strategies that address business needs and ensure value for money.
  • Support education, awareness, and training initiatives related to procurement and category management strategies.

Requirements include a degree in Supply Chain and Logistics or Information Technology, with a preferred tertiary qualification in commercial management and MCIPS certification.

Melbourne Water is committed to protecting Melbourne's water cycle, one drop at a time.

Our team is passionate about public resources, community, and the environment, committed to safety, and dedicated to making a positive difference.

We foster a culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning. Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging ensures a safe and inclusive environment for all applicants.



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