Senior Category Professional

7 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeCategory Full time $120,000 - $140,000
About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned category professional to join our team as a Senior Category Manager. In this key role, you will lead strategic sourcing and supplier relationships across business-critical direct categories.

Your primary focus will be on managing complex direct spend portfolios in FMCG or manufacturing. You will develop and execute category plans for ingredients, raw materials, packaging, and contract manufacturing, aligning with business needs and delivering sustainable value.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and a diverse supplier network to ensure best value, quality, and service while supporting innovation and growth. Your expertise in managing complex direct spend categories is essential in driving business success.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and Execute Category Plans: Create and implement category strategies that meet business objectives and deliver sustainable value.
  • Sourcing and Negotiation: Lead tender processes and contract negotiations to secure favourable terms and ensure supply security.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers while identifying and onboarding new partners to enhance the category supply base.
  • Market and Spend Analysis: Monitor market trends, cost drivers, and supply risks across direct categories to inform sourcing strategies.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with manufacturing, quality, NPD, and supply chain teams to ensure category strategies align with operational and product requirements.
  • Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, particularly in long-lead or single-source materials.
About You

You are a commercially minded category expert with significant experience managing complex direct spend portfolios in FMCG or manufacturing. You bring deep knowledge of sourcing ingredients, raw materials, packaging, or contract manufacturing and have a proven track record in delivering value through supplier partnerships, negotiation, and strategic category planning.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in category management or procurement within FMCG, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or related industries.
  • Expertise in managing complex direct spend categories such as ingredients, raw materials, packaging, or contract manufacturing.
  • Experience working with both local and global suppliers.
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier relationship management skills.
  • Hands-on approach with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
What's on Offer
  • Engaged Culture: Join a collaborative business that values innovation and excellence.
  • Career Development: Opportunities to grow within a successful FMCG organisation.
  • Competitive Salary and Benefits: Attractive package based on experience.

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