Category Manager - Corporate Technology

We've been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with 120,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you'll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you'll also get to see your impact.

Procurement supplies solutions. Coles Group is a top 30-listed ASX company with diverse needs from thousands of suppliers. Our team specialises in reducing cost and risk across our supply base. We partner with all areas of the business to develop and execute sourcing and contracting strategies that innovatively deliver sustainable value to our customers.

We have an opportunity for an experienced Procurement Category Manager to join our team on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract. You will Develop and execute category plans to deliver sustainable, innovative outcomes that provide competitive advantage while reducing cost and risk in conjunction with the contract renewal cycle. You will also be responsible for;

• Represent Coles as a commercial partner for engagements across Supermarkets, Liquor, and Coles Local.
• Commercial lead for negotiations with supplier counterparts to realise agreed benefits / mitigations, including key commercial items and contract formalisation.
• Key role in maximising value whilst also managing third party risk. Work with contract managers to maintain Coles' Third Party Risk Management processes and meet Coles' commitment to engage with suppliers ethically, responsibly and fairly
• Achieving or exceeding annual efficiency targets set against category plan, achieved through commercial dealings with suppliers and internal customers
• Developing and executing key sourcing initiatives / projects to conclusion whilst maintaining ongoing alignment with key business customers and other relevant stakeholders

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Category manager who can lead key contract negotiations and done so in a similar environment. You will bring a high degree of energy and passion with the ability to engage and influence. you will also have;

• Related tertiary qualification, ideally with Commerce, Legal, or Procurement background
• Strong business acumen and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Supplier Performance management and Supplier Relationship Management
• Well-developed commercial experience, possibly gained in other large commercial/FMCG/Retail enterprise.
• Strong experience in procurement or in the commercial management industry.
• Experience with developing, executing, and maintaining category strategy and vision across a range of categories

With us it's not about the discounts (although you do get those), it's about joining a team where your wellbeing and professional development is invested in and celebrating your contributions is the norm. And because everyone leads unique lives, we offer flexible work including work from home, additional leave and parental leave entitlements.

We're continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that's just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. Find out more in the ‘Our Recruitment Process' section of our careers site.

Job ID: 111833

Employment Type: Fixed Term

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