Category Specialist

1 day ago

City of Swan, Australia WesTrac Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Reporting into the National Contracts Manager, the Category Specialist will join our Procurement team to lead strategic initiatives and drive performance improvements across high-volume procurement activities.

This pivotal role is focused on delivering exceptional commercial outcomes and enhancing operational efficiency.

Location Options:

  • South Guildford, WA
  • Tomago, NSW

Roster: Monday – Friday, 8.5-hour days (Including half-hour meal break)

What You'll Do:

  • Develop and maintain a strategic overview of industry trends
  • Collaborate with supply partners to monitor and review contract KPIs
  • Lead strategic planning initiatives to transform the category
  • Ensure contract compliance and assess vendor performance

Skills & Experience:

  • Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Category Management, or a related field
  • Strong background in contract lifecycle management
  • Knowledge of advanced sourcing strategies
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Familiarity with SAP ARIBA or similar ERP systems
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Industry experience in mining, construction, forestry, infrastructure, manufacturing, or engineering (desirable)

Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:

  • Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts such as Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
  • Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family. 
  • Culture & Career – Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More Awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.
  • Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.  

Our Company & Commitment

With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.

At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.

Reference Number: 4507

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