Category Procurement Manager, Mining, Newcastle, relocation

As a Category Manager in the mining industry, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the procurement landscape of our organisation. Your primary responsibility will be developing and implementing category management strategies for various mining categories. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, understanding their needs and aligning procurement strategies accordingly. Your keen eye for market trends and analytic skills will help identify potential opportunities or risks. Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations will be paramount in your role. Additionally, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function, fostering an environment of shared success.

• Develop and implement category management strategies for various mining categories
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure value for money
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and align procurement strategies accordingly
• Monitor market trends and conduct analysis to identify potential opportunities or risks
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in all procurement activities
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Category Manager role brings a wealth of experience in category management. You possess strong negotiation skills, having secured favourable terms in past roles. Your excellent interpersonal skills enable you to build strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and suppliers. Your ability to analyse market trends allows you to make strategic decisions that benefit the organisation. A sound knowledge of relevant laws and regulations ensures that all procurement activities are compliant. Above all, your commitment to continuous improvement drives efficiency within our operations.
• Proven experience in category management, open to non-mining industry
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favourable terms
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Ability to analyse market trends and make strategic decisions
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations related to procurement
• Commitment to continuous improvement and driving efficiency

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. To apply please click apply or call Lenka Kellert on +61 2 8289 3133 for a confidential discussion.