Category And Contracts Manager

· Work in support for the Head of Procurement of Qantas Group· Challenge yourself and take the next step in your career· 2 Fixed term (13 months) positions available, based in Mascot CampusWe're constantly evolving, and this means the opportunities for our people are endless. In every role there's the opportunity to embrace personal development and career growth, ownership of projects, and the ability to make an impact. We take a commercial mindset to all we do, ensuring we make strategic decisions that live up to customer expectations.The Category and Contracts Manager is responsible for working with key stakeholders to understand relevant Qantas Group business needs, work to develop and maintain the ongoing management of aligned category strategies that ensure value for money, appropriate levels of service and compliance with procedures and professional best practice.The Category and Contracts Manager will work with the Head of Procurement (overseeing a large portfolio of categories) and peers to ensure that an appropriate category strategy is established that sets out how the Qantas Group will approach the assigned categories to support the business and deliver value in the short and long term.They will be responsible for ensuring that execution of the strategy and strategic sourcing activities occur in line with the category strategy as well as delivering to targets as set out within the Group Procurement team (e.g. benefit targets, Indigenous spend targets etc).The Category and Contracts Manager will be responsible for:Maximising the value Qantas receives from contracts, leveraging value beyond these suppliers with key suppliers;Ensuring the team identifies and captures all warranty and insurance claims;Ensuring full adoption of supplier governance framework consistent with Group Procurement standards;Ensuring stakeholders are suitably involved and priorities are addressed.You’ll have:5-10 years strategic sourcing, supplier relationship and procurement experience, including at least 1 year in a Supplier Relationship Management roleTertiary qualifications in Procurement or Business ManagementProven commercial contract management and supplier performance management experience.Advanced influencing, communication, and negotiation skillsStrong leadership skills with demonstrable ability in managing large teams running cross functional projects/teams, delivering outcomes in a time sensitive environmentAble to manage changeWhy Qantas?You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on-the-job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.If you’re ready for a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application today!Applications close: Sunday, 30th June 2024Please note: applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship.