en

Jobs

Our industry specialists will listen to your aspirations and share your story with Australia’s most prestigious organisations. Together, let’s write the next chapter of your career.

See all jobs

Exclusive recruitment partners

Explore the opportunities from a range of organisations that exclusively partner with Robert Walters for their hiring needs.

Learn more

Services

Australia's leading employers trust us to deliver fast, efficient hiring solutions that are tailored to their exact requirements. Browse our range of bespoke services and resources.

Read more

Contact Us

Truly global and proudly local, we've been serving Australia for over 25 years with offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney.

Get in touch
Jobs

Our industry specialists will listen to your aspirations and share your story with Australia’s most prestigious organisations. Together, let’s write the next chapter of your career.

See all jobs

Exclusive recruitment partners

Explore the opportunities from a range of organisations that exclusively partner with Robert Walters for their hiring needs.

Learn more
Services

Australia's leading employers trust us to deliver fast, efficient hiring solutions that are tailored to their exact requirements. Browse our range of bespoke services and resources.

Read more
About Robert Walters Australia

G'day! For us, recruitment is more than just a job. We understand that behind every opportunity is the chance to make a difference in people's lives.

Learn more

Work for us

Our people are the difference. Hear stories from our people to learn more about a career at Robert Walters Australia

Learn more
Contact Us

Truly global and proudly local, we've been serving Australia for over 25 years with offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney.

Get in touch

Procurement Category Manager

Save job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a seasoned Procurement Category Manager to join a dynamic team in Sydney. This role offers the chance to work with a national team within a globally recognised brand, delivering innovative procurement solutions and driving value outcomes for key strategic clients. The successful candidate will manage the Source to Contract lifecycle for assigned categories, negotiate rate cards, execute Managed Service Agreements, and actively manage supplier relationships.

  • Opportunity to deliver innovative procurement solutions
  • Work within a globally recognised brand
  • Manage Source to Contract lifecycle for assigned categories


What you'll do:

As a Procurement Category Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting Property & Facility Management teams by delivering innovative procurement solutions. You will be responsible for managing the Source to Contract lifecycle for assigned categories, including managing request for tender, negotiating rate cards, and executing the Managed Service Agreements with successful suppliers. Your excellent supplier relationship management skills will be crucial in monitoring and managing supplier performance and resolving any vendor disputes. Your ability to identify risks related to categories and implement appropriate mitigation strategies will be highly valued.

Manage Source to Contract lifecycle for assigned categories and procurement activities
Negotiate rate cards and execute Managed Service Agreements with successful suppliers
Monitor and manage supplier performance and relationships
Identify risks related to categories and implement appropriate mitigation strategies if required
Work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure appropriate procurement solutions are delivered
Provide support to Property & Facility Management community to enable the delivery of best value outcomes


What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Procurement Category Manager position brings strong knowledge of supply chain and procurement processes, contracts, contract administration, negotiation, and management of KPIs/contractor performance. You have a procurement qualification and demonstrated experience in procurement category management. Your proven track record of delivering financial and non-financial benefits to commercial organisations sets you apart. Your exceptional supplier relationship management skills, including the ability to develop suppliers through continuous improvement and innovation, will be highly valued.

  • Strong knowledge of supply chain and procurement processes
  • Experience in contracts and contract administration
  • Proven negotiation skills and management of KPIs/contractor performance
  • Procurement qualification and demonstrated experience in procurement category management
  • Proven track record of delivering financial and non-financial benefits to commercial organisations
  • Exceptional supplier relationship management skills
  • Ability to develop suppliers through continuous improvement and innovation


What sets this company apart:

This is an opportunity to join a global brand that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment. They offer flexible working opportunities, generous pensions contributions, training opportunities, and a supportive leadership environment. Their commitment to diversity and inclusion makes them an employer of choice for those seeking career growth in a vibrant, inclusive environment.

What's next:

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now for this exciting Procurement Category Manager role!

Apply today by clicking on the link. We look forward to receiving your application!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Mason Walker on 02 8289 3187 for a confidential discussion.

Contract Type: TEMPORARY

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Purchasing / Procurement

Industry: Purchasing and Procurement

Salary: plus super

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Sydney CBD

Job Reference: 2012850/001

Date posted: 17 October 2024

Consultant: Mason Walker

I'm Robert Walters Are you?

Come join our global team of creative thinkers, problem solvers and game changers. We offer accelerated career progression, a dynamic culture and expert training.