Procurement Category Manager

ZEEKR; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ZEEKR is seeking an experienced procurement professional to own the Indirect Services category from strategy to execution in Sydney. You will lead end-to-end sourcing, supplier evaluations, and commercial negotiations, while partnering with internal stakeholders to deliver cost optimisation and governance excellence.

The role requires 5-10 years in procurement, broad indirect services exposure, and strong stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing or a related discipline.
• 5-10 years' experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management, ideally across indirect services (e.g. marketing, IT, agencies, logistics, or business services).
• Proven ability to lead end-to-end sourcing and tender processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ), including supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation, and contract management.
• Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrated track record of delivering cost optimisation and value creation outcomes.
• Experience operating in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and direct execution.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to partner effectively across functions and support senior leadership.
• Strong capability in managing multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines within a dynamic business environment.
• Solid understanding of procurement governance, contracts, and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the Indirect Services procurement category, including Marketing, IT, Logistics, Aftersales and other business services.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing and tender processes (RFP/RFQ/RFI), from requirement scoping through to supplier selection and contract negotiation.
• Build and manage relationships with a diverse supplier base (e.g. agencies, vendors, service providers), ensuring performance, value, and continuous improvement.
• Act as a trusted business partner to internal stakeholders, providing commercial advice and delivering effective procurement solutions.
• Drive cost optimisation and value creation across indirect spend categories.
• Establish and improve procurement processes, governance, and compliance standards.
• Support cross-functional projects and business initiatives from a procurement and commercial perspective.
• Oversee vehicle operations including registration, insurance, servicing, maintenance, incident management, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external providers to ensure optimal usage and cost efficiency.
• Manage vehicle asset lifecycle and reporting, including tracking, auditing, transfers, and final disposal or sale, ensuring compliance with financial, legal, and asset management requirements.
• Operate as a hands-on, standalone role, combining strategic thinking with direct execution.
• Undertake duties or contribute to projects that are related to the Company's business operations, including but not limited to providing leadership or support as reasonably required and consistent with the responsibilities of the role.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

RFP/RFQ/RFI

Stakeholder mgmt

Contract negotiation

Cost optimisation

Vendor management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Business/Supply Chain/Marketing

Job description

ZEEKR is a premium electric vehicle brand under the Geely Group, dedicated to pioneering innovation in smart, sustainable mobility. As part of Geely's ecosystem, ZEEKR embodies cutting-edge design, advanced technology, and user-centric electric mobility experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Own and manage the Indirect Services procurement category, including Marketing, IT, Logistics, Aftersales and other business services.

Lead end-to-end sourcing and tender processes (RFP/RFQ/RFI), from requirement scoping through to supplier selection and contract negotiation.

Build and manage relationships with a diverse supplier base (e.g. agencies, vendors, service providers), ensuring performance, value, and continuous improvement.

Act as a trusted business partner to internal stakeholders, providing commercial advice and delivering effective procurement solutions.

Drive cost optimisation and value creation across indirect spend categories.

Establish and improve procurement processes, governance, and compliance standards.

Support cross-functional projects and business initiatives from a procurement and commercial perspective.

Oversee vehicle operations including registration, insurance, servicing, maintenance, incident management, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external providers to ensure optimal usage and cost efficiency.

Manage vehicle asset lifecycle and reporting, including tracking, auditing, transfers, and final disposal or sale, ensuring compliance with financial, legal, and asset management requirements.

Operate as a hands-on, standalone role, combining strategic thinking with direct execution.

Undertake duties or contribute to projects that are related to the Company's business operations, including but not limited to providing leadership or support as reasonably required and consistent with the responsibilities of the role.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing or a related discipline.

5-10 years' experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management, ideally across indirect services (e.g. marketing, IT, agencies, logistics, or business services).

Proven ability to lead end-to-end sourcing and tender processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ), including supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation, and contract management.

Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrated track record of delivering cost optimisation and value creation outcomes.

Experience operating in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and direct execution.

Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to partner effectively across functions and support senior leadership.

Strong capability in managing multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines within a dynamic business environment.

Solid understanding of procurement governance, contracts, and compliance frameworks.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and ownership mindset.

Full working rights in Australia (visa sponsorship is not available).

Office & Transport:

The primary workplace is based in Sydney at our newly renovated modern office with electric adjustable sit-stand desks.

Only a 4 mins walk from Macquarie Park Metro station to our office, easy driving access via A3, Epping Rd, and M2 nearby.