Category Manager

Randstad have partnered with a reputable Council within Melbourne's Western Suburbs for the role of Category Manager. This is a contract position until the end of June with a split hybrid working environment

Responsibilities of Category Manager:

The Category Manager is responsible for overseeing diverse spend categories, driving organisational goals, contributing to procurement activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Develop and implement strategies to meet business objectives, including sourcing, pricing, and product assortment.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct market research and analysis to understand trends, competition, and consumer preferences within the category.
• Gather, analyse and interpret data
• Work with stakeholders, with a view to improve value for money
• Work closely with cross-functional teams such as marketing, sales, operations, and finance to ensure alignment of category strategies with overall business objectives.
• Continuously evaluate and improve category management processes and practices to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability.

About you:

• Proven expertise in a similar category management role including procurement, tendering, and contract management
• Track record of achieving cost reductions
• Experience developing procurement policies and procedures
• Demonstrated success in delivering projects within tight deadlines

If this Category Manager role sounds like the one for you, "APPLY" now! If you have any questions, contact Randstad's procurement specialist's Tiana Collis-Allen or Kat Buckingham on 0491845*** or send through a copy of your CV to **************@randstad.com.au.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.