Job description
Randstad has partnered with an ASX listed company to hire multiple Category Specialist positions over the next 6 months. These roles are fixed term contracts and permanent opportunities. The beautiful office is located in the Inner-South of Sydney and offers work from home flexibility.
Responsibilities of Category Specialist:
The Category Specialist will lead sourcing efforts within their designated category.
Align their actions with the Category Strategy and consult stakeholders.
Address supplier procurement needs through skilled negotiation and stakeholder engagement.
Oversee end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFx management and analysis
Shape category strategies to achieve procurement goals.
Develop procurement plans tailored to individual projects.
Oversee the entire sourcing process from initiation to contract finalisation.
Collaboration with the Category Manager ensures seamless information transfer.
Manage client relationships effectively.
About you:
3 + years experience in strategic sourcing, category management and procurement
Demonstrated experience in administering, supporting / leading projects ideally within a matrix organisation.
Capable of interpreting and implementing category strategies, analysing data, market trends and presenting findings and recommendations in a professional manner.
Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills
Evident understanding of commercial dynamics and a dedication to achieving commercially savvy results.
If this Category Specialist role sounds like the one for you, ‘APPLY’ now! If you have any questions contact Liam Scott or Tiana Collis-Allen on tiana.collisallen@randstad.com.au or 0409 068 527
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.