Procurement Category Manager

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia The Source Full time

Our client is a large, high profile and respected organisation providing essential services to Victorians. As part of their transformation journey, the organisation is seeking to establish a high performing, seasoned procurement team. With continued focus and increased investment in the procurement team, this is a very exciting time to join the organisation

**About the role**

Reporting to Director of Procurement, you will be responsible for managing the category strategy, implementing the procurement procedures and post award activities for all essential goods and services.
- Develop and put into effect mature plans for procurement categories.
- Utilize industry-leading tools and processes for effective market strategies by conducting appropriate market and spend analysis and consulting with stakeholders.
- Lead complex sourcing projects that are aligned with category strategies, including negotiations with suppliers, recommending awards, presenting business cases, and executing supplier contracts.
- Execute procurement plans while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Ensure probity in the source-to-contract process.
- Manage tender steering teams, project teams, and stakeholders throughout the tender process.
- Negotiate contracts based on procurement principles that consider total cost of ownership, value creation, and risk mitigation.
- Maintain sustainable procurement practices that align with industry-leading systems, processes, policies, financial integrity, and probity to preserve the credibility of the central procurement function.
- Assist stakeholders and contract owners in the implementation of new commercial agreements.

**About you**:

- At least 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement and/or supply chain.
- Experience in communicating with executive management and possessing strong communication skills.
- Proven track record of delivering sustainable cost savings across various business areas.
- Demonstrated experience in managing supplier performance and third-party contracts.
- Strong understanding of strategic sourcing processes and procurement fundamentals.
- Demonstrable project management skills, including prioritization and organization, with the ability to work independently on multiple projects.
- Experience in consulting, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.
- Experience in leading, guiding, persuading, and consulting with internal stakeholders

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