Category Manager
Core
Lead strategic procurement initiatives, sourcing, and supplier relationships to deliver value for money and support organizational priorities in the NSW public sector.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Procurement)
Builds
Procurement strategies, supplier contracts, and commercial outcomes for the Department of Communities and Justice.
Domain
Public Sector / Government Procurement
Required skills
Category management, strategic sourcing, commercial negotiation, supplier relationship management, contract management, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, market analysis
Preferred skills
Leadership of high-performing teams, developing category strategies, influencing senior leaders, analytical problem-solving
Technologies
Procurement systems, contract management tools
Responsibilities
Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business priorities; lead complex commercial negotiations; manage supplier performance and relationships; identify and mitigate procurement risks; provide expert procurement advice; monitor market trends.
Seniority
Senior, strategic leadership
