• Great opportunity for an experienced Category Manager to drive procurement value.
• Exciting time of growth and transformation for the Procurement Team.
• Full-Time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $129,497 – $137,029 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The role of Finance is to support the appropriate stewardship of the University’s finance through the provision of strategic financial advice, establishment of a financial management framework, financial management tools, procurement, management of the University’s Investment and Endowment portfolio, as well as financial oversight and accountability for finance and human resources administrative and transactional operations.

About the opportunity

• Lead the optimisation of value from categories under management, including the development and delivery of category management plans, market analysis, spend analysis, execution of sourcing strategies, strategic contract management and relationship management.
• You will be responsible for category performance including benefits tracking and reporting.
• You will also be responsible for developing and promoting the efficiency of the Procurement service, in addition to working collaboratively with internal stakeholders by recommending optimal sourcing solutions, providing guidance and high-quality advice and support.

About you

• Relevant post graduate qualification, MCIPS accreditation or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of category management, strategic sourcing, value optimisation, contract management activities across diverse commodities, and the ability to strategically assess category opportunities and risks.
• Extensive management experience with demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams, projects, and resources.
• Extensive commercial acumen with the proven ability to negotiate commercial contracts resulting in optimized value and risk positions.

Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate

Position description:  PD- Category Manager (518538).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Emma Gillespie at emma.gillespie@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria. 

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 13th January 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.