Category Manager

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Treasury and Finance

**Salary**: $102,637 - $124,183

Occupation: Procurement

Reference: VG/DTF/CGS/1635256

There is limited procurement expertise across government and Strategic Sourcing has found it considerably challenging to fill similar VPS5 roles. There is a severe shortage of procurement professionals in the open market that are suitable for this role.

**About us**

The Department of Treasury and Finance provides economic, financial and resource management advice to help the Victorian Government deliver its policies. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians.

**Strategic Sourcing Group**

The Strategic Sourcing Group (SSG) provides whole of government procurement solutions, policy development and implementation of the State's Intellectual Property (IP) requirements, as well as support for the Victorian Government Purchasing Board. SSG is also responsible for managing VicFleet operations including motor vehicle finance lease facilities across all government departments and agencies.

**Procurement and Category Management Team**

As part of the SSG, the Procurement and Category Management (PCM) team develops, implements, and manages whole of Victorian government procurement strategies, initiatives and relationships impacting on whole of Victorian government spend on non-ICT goods and services

**About the role**

Due to recent and exciting growth, we have several Fixed-Term and Ongoing highly sought-after opportunities available.

Key accountabilities
- Lead the end-to-end category management activities across a broad range of goods and services categories to ensure that optimum procurement outcomes are achieved
- Lead whole of Victorian government sourcing projects including requirements gathering, business case development, tender preparation, evaluation, supplier negotiation and implementation whilst collaboratively engaging with key stakeholders to deliver effective procurement outcomes.
- Develop effective and collaborative relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders including senior management, departmental colleagues, Chief Procurement Officers and other key staff from government departments, suppliers and industry bodies
- Identify opportunities to provide innovative approaches to procurement practices, enabling Department of Treasury and Finance to deliver excellent procurement outcomes and to continuously enhance process improvements
- Responsible for demonstrating leadership across the PCM team which may include direct leadership of a team where you will be expected to lead, inspire and increase the capability of the team members in facilitating and developing procurement practice and data analytics
- Participate in strategic planning and decision making, identify and respond to emerging issues impacting on the operating environment
- Provide support to the SSG and the department on a range of matters as required

**About you**

To be considered for this role, you must demonstrate the following:

- Recognised procurement experience with expert knowledge in undertaking sourcing events for strategic engagements including leading complex negotiations to drive effective outcomes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven ability engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and build collaborative and effective relationships
- Demonstrated knowledge of procurement systems, tools and data analytics to support decision making, manage risk and maximise economic value
- High level analytical and conceptual skills with the ability to deliver innovative solutions to resolve complex problems

**Experience and qualifications**

Tertiary qualification in related discipline, and/or significant experience in a similar role would be highly regarded.

Strong knowledge of Victorian Government procurement policies will be highly regarded.

**About our culture**

We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability or age. In addition, we are committed to supporting Aboriginal pathways between education and employment.

The Department strives to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.

**How to apply**

For more information about the position and key selection criteria, please refer to the position description.

**Vaccination**
DTF is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk consistent with DTF's obligations under the _Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 (Vic). _Therefore, it is a requirement that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to undertake work outside of their ordinary place of residence (unless a medical exemptio