Supply Chain Optimization Specialist

5 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeCategory Full time $120,000 - $150,000

Job Role

The Category Manager plays a key role in driving commercial outcomes, optimising supply chain performance and supporting the delivery of high-quality services. With a focus on governance, sustainability and innovation, this role helps shape procurement practices aligned to operational goals and values.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage category strategies and plans aligned with business needs and market dynamics.
  • Lead end-to-end procurement activities including planning, sourcing, evaluation, contract negotiation and award.
  • Oversee the full contract lifecycle including performance monitoring, compliance assurance and risk mitigation.
  • Establish strong supplier relationships implementing supplier relationship management (SRM) strategies to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Conduct comprehensive market and spend analysis to inform strategic decisions and optimise value.
  • Create and manage dashboards reports and analytics models to support category performance tracking.
  • Integrate ESG principles and total cost of ownership (TCO) thinking into procurement decisions.
  • Facilitate realisation of intended business benefits through strategic sourcing and stakeholder engagement.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies procedures and legislative requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • A strong background in procurement category management and supplier relationship management is required.
  • Proven ability to deliver commercial value cost optimisation and operational efficiencies through strategic procurement is necessary.
  • Skilled in contract development negotiation and management is desired.
  • Ability to analyse market trends and spend data to influence strategy and decision-making is essential.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with a collaborative solution-oriented mindset are required.
  • Understanding of procurement governance frameworks risk management and regulatory compliance is necessary.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Degree in Business Procurement Supply Chain Finance or a related discipline is required.
  • MCIPS accreditation or equivalent is highly desirable.
  • 5-10 years experience in procurement and category management with a track record of strategic leadership and results delivery is necessary.

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