Strategic Category Specialist – Sourcing & Supply Chain

South32; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment for learning and growth

Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

14% superannuation contributions

Annual short-term incentive bonus

26 weeks full-paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading mining company in Perth, Australia is looking for a Specialist Category to develop and execute category strategies for cost efficiency. Responsibilities include managing tendering and sourcing activities, building relationships with internal teams, and monitoring supplier performance. This permanent position offers a hybrid work model and requires a Bachelor's degree in commerce or related discipline. A supportive environment encourages growth and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant studies required.
• Experience in influencing stakeholders and managing contracts.
• Strong judgment in negotiations and risk identification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for cost and sustainability.
• Lead tendering, sourcing, and contract activities.
• Build relationships with internal teams and suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement improvements.

Skills

Influencing diverse stakeholders

Contract management

Negotiations

Risk identification

Dynamic environment management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce, supply chain, law or related discipline

MCIPS

Job description

A leading mining company in Perth, Australia is looking for a Specialist Category to develop and execute category strategies for cost efficiency. Responsibilities include managing tendering and sourcing activities, building relationships with internal teams, and monitoring supplier performance. This permanent position offers a hybrid work model and requires a Bachelor's degree in commerce or related discipline. A supportive environment encourages growth and inclusivity.