This is a great opportunity for a procurement professional to take ownership of a critical category, developing the overarching strategy and sourcing plan across all Labour Services subcategories and driving implementation from the ground up.
Key Details:
- Daily rate up to $1,100 or $1232 via ABN
- Contract until 29th January 2027
- Based in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane
- Hybrid working arrangement – minimum 2 days in office per week
- Option for a 9-day fortnight, maintaining 38 hours per week
As Category Manager, you'll be responsible for the development, implementation, and lifecycle management of category strategies, driving commercial and supply chain outcomes across your portfolio. This full-cycle procurement role spans planning, sourcing, and contract management, alongside building strong supplier and stakeholder relationships to optimise value and ensure compliance with governance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement the Labour Services category strategy and sourcing plan, commencing implementation across all subcategories
- Manage supplier performance, negotiate favourable terms, and drive continuous improvement
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while managing risk and ensuring compliance
- Prepare high-quality category and procurement submissions for senior leadership and stakeholder groups
- Lead end-to-end contract management, including drafting, negotiating, and overseeing contract documents
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Utilise spend, market, and supplier data to inform strategic recommendations
- Integrate ESG considerations into sourcing decisions
- Degree level qualification in business, finance, procurement, or a related discipline, and/or significant work experience in the procurement profession
- MCIPS or equivalent accreditation desired
- Strong experience in category strategy development, supplier management, and contract negotiation
- Proven ability to prepare and present commercial submissions to senior leadership
- Proficiency in ERP and Source-to-Pay systems, and the Microsoft Suite
If you're a category management specialist looking for your next contract opportunity, apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.
