Indirect Category Specialist

Michael Page

  • Sydney, NSW Nambour, QLD
  • $115,000-125,000 per year
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
  • Apply easily
About Our ClientYou will be working in an organization that supports some of Australia's favourite brands, with a team dedicated to APAC indirect procurement across marketing, corporate services, and ICT.Job DescriptionThe successful candidate will be responsible for:
  • Developing and implementing category strategies across spend valued at upwards of $30 million for assigned categories, aligning with procurement initiatives.
  • Acting as a key connector between suppliers and business partners to enhance value and ensure a sustainable supply base.
  • Providing accurate reporting on procurement metrics, utilizing analytics to identify data trends, and presenting findings to senior stakeholders for effective decision-making.
  • Working with suppliers to determine optimal terms and ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and ethical standards, while elevating existing standards to keep the business at the forefront of FMCG procurement.
The Successful ApplicantThe successful candidate will possess the following:
  • 4+ years of experience in indirect procurement, including categories such as ICT, professional services, marketing, and corporate services.
  • A bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or operations management preferred.
  • Ideally, some experience in FMCG.
  • A strong analytical background and the ability to manipulate data and analytics to enable the business to make effective decisions.
  • Exceptional internal and external stakeholder management skills.
What's on Offer
  • A contract with the opportunity to shift to permanent
  • Competitive remuneration

Michael Page

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