Category Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced procurement professional to join a high-performing team on a 9-month project for a Tier 1 Mining Company based in Perth CBD. With a generous hourly rate of $120-$150, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a key business initiative.

What you'll do:

• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships that target realisation of value over and above contract value through innovation, risk sharing, R&D and active commercial partnerships.
• Lead complex global negotiations to achieve win-win outcomes.
• Develop value chain strategies and identify, structure and prioritise opportunities.
• Frame, evaluate and communicate the risk-reward proposition of strategies, plans and decisions.
• Mitigate people, community, human rights and modern slavery, environmental and climate risks across the value chain.
• Gain support for and negotiate outcomes that achieve mutually beneficial goals.
• Monitor application of Procurement category management processes within the team to support compliance and other requirements.
• Engage the capabilities of the entire organisation.

What you bring:

• Strong commercial acumen with experience in developing and implementing complex regional and global categories strategies.
• Experience dealing with global OEMs.
• Demonstrated experience in global complex negotiations and contract management.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects with cross-functional global stakeholders.
• Ability to manage and influence stakeholders across multiple geographical regions.
• Proficiency in identifying risks and appropriate commercial control options.
• Sound judgement, critical thinking skills, ability to validate assumptions and understand stakeholder requirements.
• Strategic mindset with ability to identify new opportunities and drive them to implementation.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite of products, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a globally recognised organisation that values diversity, inclusivity, and sustainability. They are committed to providing their employees with flexible working opportunities, generous pensions contributions, and training opportunities. Their focus on safety, customer value, and waste reduction sets them apart from other organisations in the industry.

What's next:

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Amy Sheehan on 61 8 9266 0920 for a confidential discussion.