Sourcing & Category Manager

Mogi I/O : OTT/Podcast/Short Video Apps for you; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Mogi I/O : OTT/Podcast/Short Video Apps for you in Wellington is seeking an experienced Strategic Category Manager to lead category strategies and oversee the full commercial lifecycle of designated procurement categories. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, financial analysis, and commercial performance.

The successful candidate will collaborate with sourcing and supplier performance teams to maximise value, improve procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher qualification in procurement, supply chain, finance or related field.
• Proven experience in category management or strategic sourcing.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management experience.
• Solid financial analysis and market research capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category management and commercial strategies.
• Oversee end-to-end commercial lifecycle of assigned procurement categories.
• Lead strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract management activities.
• Drive supplier performance, relationship management, and contract compliance.
• Conduct financial, market, and commercial analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts and secure value for money across procurement categories.
• Collaborate with sourcing managers, supplier performance managers, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify market trends, supply risks, and opportunities for procurement improvement.
• Support standardisation of products and services across the health system.
• Deliver commercial value while ensuring availability and efficiency of essential supplies and services.

Skills

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Financial analysis

Market research

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in procurement, supply chain, business, finance

Job description

Location: New Zealand

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Strategic Category Manager to lead category strategies and oversee the full commercial lifecycle of designated procurement categories. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, financial analysis, and commercial performance. The successful candidate will collaborate with sourcing and supplier performance teams to maximise value, improve procurement efficiency, and support the delivery of high-quality healthcare services nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category management and commercial strategies.
• Oversee the end-to-end commercial lifecycle of assigned procurement categories.
• Lead strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract management activities.
• Drive supplier performance, relationship management, and contract compliance.
• Conduct financial, market, and commercial analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts and secure value for money across procurement categories.
• Collaborate with sourcing managers, supplier performance managers, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify market trends, supply risks, and opportunities for procurement improvement.
• Support standardisation of products and services across the health system.
• Deliver commercial value while ensuring the availability and efficiency of essential healthcare supplies and services.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in procurement, supply chain, business, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in category management or strategic sourcing.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.
• Strong financial analysis, market research, and commercial decision-making skills.
• Experience developing and implementing category strategies.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to work across complex organisations.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver cost efficiencies, commercial value, and improved supplier performance.