Category Procurement Specialist

1 day ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeCareer Full time

Job Title

Category Procurement Professional
  • Oversee strategic sourcing activities for a prominent corporation across various categories.
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders to deliver commercial outcomes and optimize supplier performance.
  • Manage multiple full-time positions at the Qantas Corporate Campus in Mascot.

Built on a rich history of innovation, this organization continues to push boundaries. Whether through cutting-edge technology, new market development or digital transformation, we strive to deliver exceptional experiences for our customers. While the business environment is ever-changing, we embrace challenges and remain focused on continuous improvement.

With a commercial and forward-thinking mindset, our Procurement team supports diverse business needs while maximizing the value of supplier partnerships. We're committed to making informed decisions that reflect our sustainability goals and operational priorities.

As a Category Procurement Specialist , you'll be responsible for managing strategic sourcing activities across one of the following portfolios :

Cabin Engineering - Focused on the seating category with development of other Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE) categories.Operations - Ground handling, security, fleet presentation, customer service and other essential operational services.

This role will involve working closely with internal stakeholders to shape procurement strategies, deliver cost-effective outcomes and ensure supplier performance aligns with operational needs and business objectives. You'll also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, data-driven decision-making and procurement process optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management or procurement in indirect spend areas.A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Business, or a related discipline.Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills.Experience sourcing services such as consultancy, legal, insurance, recruitment, training or travel.Understanding of procurement best practices, supplier performance management and contract negotiation.Ability to manage cross-functional projects in a fast-paced, outcomes-driven environment.Proficiency in Microsoft 365, ERP and eProcurement tools.A commercial mindset and passion for creating procurement value beyond cost savings.

Why Work Here?

You'll join an organization where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to drive success.

There are many opportunities across our team, which means you'll be able to grow both personally and professionally. Your development is a priority - so you can maintain high standards and continue to develop over time. You'll be supported from day one with on-the-job training and coaching as well as formal training opportunities. We've got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in different directions.

The employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond work.

We love to explore : Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.We have flexible leave options : Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.We'll give you access to thousands of rewards : Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.We'll support your wellbeing : Whether it's learning to better support your own and others' mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you'll be part of an organization that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.

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