Category Manager

3 days ago

Fortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia CS Energy Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Are you ready to take the lead on high impact, high value construction and infrastructure projects? At CS Energy, we're looking for a dynamic and commercially astute Category Manager (Projects) to drive procurement excellence across a portfolio of major works. This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of strategic sourcing, shaping the future of energy infrastructure while working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

In this Brisbane based role, you'll be the critical link between Procurement and our Major Projects division. You'll lead early procurement engagement, develop commercial strategies, and manage complex contract negotiations that deliver real value. If you thrive in a fast paced environment, have a passion for building strong stakeholder relationships, and want to make a tangible impact on large scale projects, we want to hear from you.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Lead procurement planning and strategy development for major construction and asset projects.
  • Manage end-to-end procurement processes, from defining project briefs to contract award and handover.
  • Oversee multiple complex contracts simultaneously, including traditional and design-and-construct models.
  • Provide expert commercial advice aligned with procurement policies and category strategies.
  • Act as the primary liaison between Procurement and internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Conduct market analysis and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to drive value and mitigate risk.
  • Foster strong supplier relationships and lead negotiations to secure optimal outcomes.
  • Champion continuous improvement by streamlining procurement processes and adopting new technologies.
  • Participate in strategic planning sessions and contribute to organisational performance through procurement insights.
  • Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture across teams and departments.

What's in it for you

  • An exciting time to join the Energy Industry with numerous new projects underway.
  • Competitive salary and benefits on offer with 12.75 % employer superannuation, an annual incentive payment, annual skin checks ups, discounts with private health providers and more.
  • Brand new offices in Fortitude Valley close to the train station.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) preferred.
  • 7-10 years' procurement / contract management experience in a construction environment.
  • Experience in a high profile procurement / contract environment utilising the latest procurement and contracts tools and techniques
  • Proven track record of successful supplier and contract negotiations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies.
  • Extensive knowledge of the energy or related industries.
  • Experience in managing procurement for large, complex organisations.
  • Understanding of industry-specific procurement challenges and opportunities.
  • Proficient in using procurement and supply chain management software and tools.

About Us

CS Energy is a proudly Queensland-owned and based energy company that provides power to some of our state's biggest industries and employers. We generate and sell electricity, we are an energy retailer to commercial and industrial businesses, and we are investing in new energy assets including renewable hydrogen, solar and wind farms, and battery storage.

Every voice is important to us 

CS Energy is proud to foster an environment that builds respect, promotes inclusiveness, celebrates diversity and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all our employees. Reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process will be supplied to those who require additional support.

As part of the recruitment process, the successful applicant may be required to complete a number of background checks including; reference checks, pre employment medical, national police checks, right to work eligibility, verification of qualifications, and bankruptcy checks.

Job closing date: 23rd October 2025

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