Procurement Category Manager | Hybrid & Strategy Leader

Sime; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay & Rewards

Career Growth

Flexibility

Industry Leadership

Wellbeing Support

Something Bigger

Job summary

Hastings Deering, part of the Sime network, is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager to join our Brisbane procurement team in Archerfield on a permanent full-time basis. You'll shape category strategies across large spend portfolios, lead sourcing and negotiations, manage suppliers, and work with stakeholders to deliver value and strengthen governance.

This role offers flexible hybrid working options, professional development and a pathway to influence procurement practices across

Qualifications

• Experience in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement or Commercial Management.
• Strong commercial negotiation and contracting skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and navigate change.

Responsibilities

• Shape Category Strategy - Develop category strategies across large spend portfolios and multiple sites.
• Drive Commercial Outcomes - Lead sourcing, tenders and negotiations delivering value.
• Challenge the Status Quo - Use market intelligence to improve productivity and procurement performance.
• Influence & Unite Stakeholders - Partner with senior leaders to align priorities and deliver outcomes.
• Leverage Data & Insights - Analyse spend patterns and market data to identify risks and opportunities.
• Strengthen Governance - Ensure activities meet governance, policies and contract obligations.
• Drive Continuous Improvement - Lead ongoing strategies to deliver cost savings and supplier resilience.

Skills

Category Management

Strategic Sourcing

Procurement

Commercial Management

Job description

Hastings Deering, part of the Sime network, is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager to join our Brisbane procurement team in Archerfield on a permanent full-time basis. You'll shape category strategies across large spend portfolios, lead sourcing and negotiations, manage suppliers, and work with stakeholders to deliver value and strengthen governance.

This role offers flexible hybrid working options, professional development and a pathway to influence procurement practices across