Hybrid: Strategic Procurement Category Manager

Sime Darby; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay & Rewards

Career Growth

Flexibility

Industry Leadership

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Job summary

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager to shape sourcing strategies across large spend portfolios and across Archerfield/Brisbane sites. You will drive supplier performance, governance and value creation, partnering with key stakeholders to deliver measurable commercial outcomes.

The role requires a blend of strategic thinking, negotiation excellence and data-driven decision making in a dynamic, hybrid work environment within a leading

Qualifications

• Experience in Category Management
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Resilient and adaptable in fast-paced environments
• Analytical mindset with data-driven decision making
• Understanding of procurement governance and risk management

Responsibilities

• Shape category strategy across large spend portfolios and multiple sites
• Drive strategic sourcing, tenders and negotiations to deliver value
• Challenge current approaches using market intelligence and benchmarking
• Partner with senior leaders to align priorities and gain commitment
• Analyze spend patterns and supplier performance to identify risks and opportunities
• Ensure procurement activities comply with governance and policies
• Lead continuous improvement to deliver cost savings and strengthen resilience

Skills

Procurement Category Management

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder Influence

Analytical Thinking

Governance & Compliance

Job description

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager to shape sourcing strategies across large spend portfolios and across Archerfield/Brisbane sites. You will drive supplier performance, governance and value creation, partnering with key stakeholders to deliver measurable commercial outcomes.

The role requires a blend of strategic thinking, negotiation excellence and data-driven decision making in a dynamic, hybrid work environment within a leading