Category Manager, Technology Workforce

We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.

**About the team**:
Procurement supplies solutions. Coles Group is a top 30-listed ASX company with diverse needs from thousands of suppliers. Our team specialises in reducing cost and risk across our supply base. We partner with all areas of the business to develop and execute sourcing and contracting strategies that innovatively deliver sustainable value to our customers.

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**About the role**:
The _Category Manager, Technology Workforce_ will be responsible for developing and executing category plans to deliver sustainable and innovative outcomes that provide competitive advantage while reducing cost and risk. This will be in conjunction with the contract renewal cycle, business strategic demand, competitive market analysis, global supply dynamics, relevant commodity cost drivers, Coles’ buying power and more.

Given the technology focus, success in this role will require proven experience in AI contracts (specifically Gen AI contracts) but more importantly, strong procurement experience.

You will also:

- Represent Coles as a commercial partner for engagements across Supermarkets, Liquor, and Coles Local
- Act as Commercial lead for negotiations with supplier counterparts to realise agreed benefits/mitigations, including key commercial items and contract formalisation, fostering collaborative relationships to build strong partnerships and deliver on category strategy
- Play a key role in maximising value whilst also managing third party risk, working with contract managers to maintain Coles’ Third-Party Risk Management processes and meeting Coles’ commitment to engage with suppliers ethically, responsibly and fairly
- Achieve or exceed annual efficiency targets set against category plan, achieved through commercial dealings with suppliers and internal customers
- Work with support teams involved in contract negotiations end to end including but not limited to various risk domain owners, legal, business, technology etc
- Develop and execute key sourcing initiatives/projects to conclusion whilst maintaining ongoing alignment with key business customers and other relevant stakeholders

***About you and your skills**:
You’ve previously worked in outsourcing within the tech workforce remit, covering contingent, contractor and statement of work services. You are a strategically minded negotiator who is well researched in your space with key market intelligence, capable of moving between BAU and projects where necessary.

You will also have:

- Related tertiary qualification, ideally with Commerce, Legal, or Procurement background
- Experience in contract dispute resolution
- Strong experience in procurement or in the commercial management industry
- Strong understanding of the technology software and hardware industry required to navigate commercial, legal and data and privacy requirements negotiations
- Well-developed commercial experience, possibly gained in other large commercial/FMCG/Retail enterprise
- Experience with developing, executing, and maintaining category strategy and vision, particularly in the Technology space

**What’s in it for you?**:

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Flexible working options**:We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
- ** Office perks**: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
- ** Discounts**:Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
- ** Reward through recognition**: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
- ** Opportunities for learning and development**: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
- ** Paid parental leave**: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
- ** Investment in your future**:Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team membe