Senior Category Manager, Mining Services & Autonomy

Fortescue; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue is seeking a Contracts & Procurement Senior Specialist for its Perth office to lead procurement across Mining Services and Autonomy. You will provide senior procurement advice, shape category strategy and manage high-value contracts to deliver business outcomes, while supporting cross‑functional teams and strategic initiatives.

With 7+ years in procurement, strong negotiation and governance experience, you will influence stakeholders and drive value.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a procurement role with governance and processes.
• Experience in autonomy or IT/software-related contracts is advantageous.
• A qualification in Law, Business or Commerce is desirable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate with teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage, prioritise effectively and remain resilient in challenging circumstances.
• Demonstrated alignment with Fortescue’s vision and values, with the ability to contribute positively to the success of the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract management activities to maximise commercial benefit and minimise commercial risk.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key suppliers to deliver value and support business outcomes.
• Lead category management, strategic sourcing and end-to-end procurement processes aligned with Fortescue’s objectives.
• Lead negotiations for high-risk and high-value contracts, applying sound commercial judgement and an understanding of stakeholder and supplier positions.
• Apply critical thinking to procurement strategies and planning to improve time, cost, quality, consistency, efficiency and clarity.
• Ensure effective governance, compliance, risk management, analysis and reporting across the procurement lifecycle, while partnering with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder communication

IT/Autonomy contracts

Governance & risk

Education

Law/Business/Commerce

Job description

Fortescue is seeking a Contracts & Procurement Senior Specialist for its Perth office to lead procurement across Mining Services and Autonomy. You will provide senior procurement advice, shape category strategy and manage high-value contracts to deliver business outcomes, while supporting cross‑functional teams and strategic initiatives.

With 7+ years in procurement, strong negotiation and governance experience, you will influence stakeholders and drive value.