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Senior Category Advisor

Geelong, VictoriaFull-time$138k2026-10-06 → 2026-10-22
HybridCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Provide strategic procurement advice and manage high-value sourcing activities for WorkSafe's Core Operations spend categories including claims management, medical equipment, healthcare services, and professional services.

Role type

Senior Category Advisor (Procurement)

Builds

Procurement activity and category management plans for Core Operations spend

Domain

Public sector / Government / Procurement

Required skills

Procurement and sourcing, Commercial negotiation, Spend analysis, Contract lifecycle management, Supplier risk management, Project management, Change management, Stakeholder management

Preferred skills

Consulting or corporate procurement experience, Major project delivery, Influence senior leaders

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Manage complex request for tender and quotation activities, Analyse internal spend data and external markets, Support development of category management plans, Manage supplier and category risks, Act as escalation point for contractual matters, Support contract lifecycle activities

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC