Procurement Category Specialist

6 days ago

Brisbane, Australia TROOCOO Pty Ltd Full time

$100,000 - $115,000 plus superannuation
- Based in Brisbane CBD with flexible working arrangements
- Highly regarded global employer

**The Client**
We are proud to work with one of Australia’s most recognised businesses. As a highly diversified, technical services and manufacturing employer that has touch points across the globe, they are an instantly recognizable name to all Australians. Operating within a highly regulated, fast-paced and developing environment, they are recruiting two Procurement Category Specialists on a full-time, permanent basis.

**Benefits**
- Salary packaging options available
- Hybrid working - up to 3-days work from home flexibility
- Ability to obtain 1 additional day of leave per month
- Individual learning and development budget
- Paid membership to the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)

**The Role**
Reporting into the Sourcing Manager, these two Category Specialist roles will ensure effective engagement and management of vendors through conducting both pre-and-post-award procurement activities.

The two roles are split on categories, one will manage ICT spend and the other will focus on HR/Professional Services.

Key responsibilities include:

- Develop and manage strong relationships with key internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and support the development of enterprise strategies.
- Conduct market engagement activities (RFx) to identify and select qualified vendors.
- Negotiate agreements, including reviewing and drafting contractual terms and conditions.
- Effectively manage contract performance through strong supplier relationship management and frameworks.
- Ensure supplier activities are compliant with applicable policies and regulations.
- Participate in the development of process improvement initiatives and value for money opportunities.

**Skills & Experience**
- Proven experience conducting pre
- and post-award procurement activities
- Expereince managing ICT or HR/Professional Services categories
- Experience working within a highly regulated environment is desirable
- Effective negotiation skills and ability to influence stakeholders
- Strong skills in interpreting and reviewing contractual agreements
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship building skills
- Collaborative approach and solution focused mindset
- Must be an Australian Citizen to meet security clearance requirements

Applicants that have tertiary qualifications in a technical, legal and / or procurement discipline and further training in the supply chain / procurement industry will be held in high regard.

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