Category Specialist

**At CSR, we're building a better future together.**

We are a team of 2,600 people across Australia and New Zealand, and we are all collaborating every single day towards a shared purpose - 'Building solutions for a better future'. As a leading Australian Manufacturing business, we're at the forefront of developing innovative, sustainable, and high performing building products and systems.

At CSR, we put people first. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, supportive, and inclusive working environment that enables everyone to feel valued, grow and truly thrive. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for everyone and welcoming people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, abilities,**and life stage.
**Join a dynamic procurement team making a real impact in supply chain excellence**

**The Opportunity**:
CSR are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented** Procurement Category Specialist**to support key **Logistics**activities, including Material Handling Equipment (MHE), Fuels, Warehousing & Racking, and Courier services. The final portfolio within the Logistics category can be tailored to suit experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a high-performing team, develop your procurement expertise, and contribute to strategic sourcing and supplier management in a fast-paced environment.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Category Support & Procurement Coordination**
- Assist with procurement tasks across logistics categories.
- Conduct market research, gather supplier info, and assist with procurement documentation.
- Support supplier relationship management through performance tracking and analysis.
- Collaborate with internal teams to understand needs and support planning.

**Sourcing & Supplier Management**
- Assist in the sourcing lifecycle: demand analysis, supplier evaluation, and contract execution.
- Help manage supplier agreements and ensure contract compliance.
- Support cost-saving initiatives and pricing analysis.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier databases.

**Collaboration & Process Improvement**
- Work with senior procurement staff and internal stakeholders.
- Support workflow improvements and ensure policy compliance.
- Assist in monitoring supplier performance and gathering stakeholder feedback.
- Help track procurement metrics and contribute to spend analysis reporting.

**Compliance & Risk Management**
- Support contract administration and ensure alignment with compliance requirements.
- Assist in identifying and mitigating supplier-related risks.
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation for audit readiness.

**Team Support**
- Provide sourcing support to both Central and Site Operations across the business.

**What we're looking for**:

- Understanding of supply chain and logistics concepts (knowledge of Chain of Responsibility is a plus).
- Experience or interest in category planning, sourcing, and contract management.
- Proactive and goal-driven mindset with a customer-focused approach.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with good problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Interest in supplier performance tracking and process optimization.
- Experience in project coordination and a willingness to grow stakeholder management skills.
- A degree or diploma in business, supply chain, logistics, or a related field is desirable but not essential.

**What we offer**

We strive to support your professional and personal growth. Here are some of the perks you'll enjoy as part of the CSR team:

- **Supportive and collaborative culture** that fosters innovation and inclusion. You'll be surrounded by talented colleagues who are passionate about their work and committed to helping each other succeed.
- **Care and wellbeing offer** includes up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave, 52 weeks of superannuation payment, and access to an employee assistance program.
- **Rewarding career** with on-the-job learning, development, and upskilling opportunities within and across our brands

**How to Apply**: