Advisor, Category Management

Location: Perth, WA, AU, 6000
- Post Start Date: 17 Sept 2025
- Description:
**Your opportunity to shine**

AGAA has an exciting opportunity for a 13-month fixed-term placement.

If you enjoy being a professional deal-maker, relationship-builder, and market detective all rolled into one, this fixed-term Advisor - Category Management role is perfect for you.

You’ll help AGAA secure the right goods and services at the right price, from the right suppliers, at the right time. You’ll join a sharp team who know their way around sourcing, negotiations, and a good coffee, while keeping our supply chain running smoothly and strategically.

At AGAA, the Supply Chain team is one big family. We support one another, share knowledge freely, and celebrate our successes together. As part of this team, you’ll collaborate with sourcing and procurement professionals dedicated to managing specific categories of goods and services, working collectively to deliver outstanding results.

During your **13-month term,** you’ll contribute to developing and delivering category strategies, driving value through competitive sourcing, and collaborating closely with stakeholders and suppliers to achieve optimal quality, cost, and performance outcomes.

This fixed-term opportunity is ideal for deepening your category management expertise, learning from experienced procurement leaders, and growing your career in a collaborative, high-performing team.

**What’s in it for you?**
- Gain valuable experience managing category strategies and sourcing projects within a dynamic supply chain environment.
- Work alongside a supportive, close-knit team that values collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
- Develop your skills in negotiation, supplier relationship management, and procurement systems.
- Make a meaningful impact by contributing to sustainable and cost-effective supply solutions.
- Enhance your career with exposure to experienced procurement leaders and a high-performing team for a fixed term.
- Enjoy the variety and challenge that comes with a fixed-term role offering diverse projects and opportunities.

**What you will be doing**

Your day starts by diving into category strategies, helping shape how AGAA sources key goods and services to meet business needs. You’ll coordinate sourcing activities by managing Tenders, RFPs, and RFQs while carefully evaluating supplier proposals and supporting negotiations to secure the best value.

Collaboration is key, so you’ll spend time working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring everyone is aligned on quality, cost, and delivery expectations. You’ll monitor supplier performance, quickly addressing any issues to maintain strong partnerships.

Compliance is never overlooked, you’ll make sure all procurement activities follow AGAA’s policies and governance frameworks. Throughout the day, you’ll also support contract management tasks, from contract award through to renewal, keeping everything on track.

Finally, you’ll keep an eye out for opportunities to streamline sourcing processes and improve value, contributing to continuous improvement efforts that benefit the whole supply chain.

**About You**

People are at the heart of everything we do in our Supply Chain. We want you to collaborate with us, share your ideas, and feel confident to challenge the status quo. To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate the following attributes:

- You bring a minimum of 2 - 4 years’ experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management, ideally within Mining industry.
- Understand end-to-end sourcing and the critical role that category management and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) play in driving operational excellence.
- You have strong analytical skills, with the ability to dive into data, spot trends, and make informed decisions.
- Communication comes naturally to you. You build and nurture relationships with suppliers and stakeholders effortlessly and professionally.
- You’re an organised and detail-oriented person. Keeping track of multiple projects without missing a beat.
- You thrive working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. You understand the value of sharing knowledge and supporting your supply chain family.
- You’re familiar with procurement policies, governance, and compliance, and take pride in doing things the right way.
- Demonstrate proficiency in SAP and other supply chain or procurement systems to efficiently manage sourcing processes, track spend, and maintain accurate data.
- A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field is preferred. Professional certifications like CIPS are a bonus.

**About AngloGold Ashanti Australia**

AngloGold Ashanti Australia, we pride ourselves on having a collaborative workplace that is focused on providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We want to create an environment where people feel comfortable to bring their whole, authentic self to work and feel safe, respec