Procurement Category Manager

We are **EssilorLuxottica,** a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. We bring together the expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, creating a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs. We craft exclusive eyewear brands **Ray-Ban, Oakley**, **Oliver Peoples, Persol, Costa** and more, alongside esteemed licensed brands such as **Tiffany & Co, Burberry**, and **CHANEL** whilst our cutting-edge lenses **Varilux**and **Transitions** lead the industry in innovation. In **Australia**and** New Zealand,** we operate the iconic retail and eye care brands**:Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray-Ban**and **Laubman & Pank.**Every day, EssilorLuxottica’s _190,000 employees in 150 countries _work towards a common mission to help people _see more and be more._

We’re looking for a **_Procurement Category Manager_** to take ownership of General & Administrative (G&A) and IT indirect procurement spend. This role will act as a trusted partner to internal stakeholders and vendors, ensuring the delivery of goods and services aligns with both commercial requirements and business goals.

You’ll lead the development and execution of category strategies, manage the end-to-end sourcing process, support vendor contract negotiations, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and systems like SAP. Success in this role will come from strong vendor relationship management, accurate spend analysis, and a proactive approach to identifying improvements and delivering value across the business.

**Requirements for Success**
- Analyse spend data to support benchmarking, vendor rationalisation, and savings opportunities
- Lead vendor selection through structured comparison, bidding, and tender processes
- Define and deliver cost-saving initiatives aligned with business objectives
- Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring commercial terms meet company standards
- Monitor vendor performance and collaborate with stakeholders on improvements
- Build and maintain a strong, reliable vendor pool through ongoing market research
- Support development and execution of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process
- Review and approve purchase orders in SAP, ensuring alignment with agreed terms
- Track and manage open POs, resolving issues to maintain process flow
- Drive continuous improvement across procurement processes, including PO and vendor management
- Manage tender documentation, execution, and result publication via e-sourcing tools
- Support change management when introducing new vendors or sourcing models
- Contribute to regional and global sourcing initiatives and budget tracking

**Skills & Experience**
- A degree in Business, Commerce, Procurement or similar
- 4 years’ experience in category sourcing, ideally in indirect procurement; _retail industry _experience is a bonus
- Strong knowledge of sourcing and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, with experience using SAP and e-sourcing tools
- Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and negotiation, with the ability to interpret complex information and drive commercially sound outcomes
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- A collaborative mindset, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt and learn quickly
- Self-motivated, organised, and confident managing multiple priorities independently

**Working at EssilorLuxottica**

A career with EssilorLuxottica will offer you rewarding experiences and the opportunity to develop your skills every day. Working at our head-office located in North Sydney, you will enjoy:

- A generous yearly product allowance for you to spend across our portfolio of brands
- Wellness amenities including reformer a Pilates studio, Yoga classes, Personal training and Bike storage.
- Abundance of local cafes, a major shopping centre and close to public transport facilities
- Global volunteering opportunities through our OneSight Foundation
- Wide range of career opportunities across the EssilorLuxottica network
- Complimentary full-time concierge services offering an exclusive hotel-style experience
- Options for a hybrid working environment

**Next Steps**

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.

We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage.

We value flexibility and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating better experiences - for our customers and for each other.