Procurement Category Manager - APAC

Job title : Procurement Category Manager - APAC
Location : New South Wales
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1477349
The Company
Our client is a global building materials organisation that have established themselves as one of ANZ's great places to work. With continued growth on the horizon combined with a leadership team that are passionate about driving operational excellence, a newly created and high impact Procurement Category Manager opportunity presents itself.
  
The Role
  • Develop, execute, and maintain a comprehensive category strategy capable of delivering best value in safety, quality, delivery and cost.
  • Build and develop relationships with key stakeholders – internally to ensure alignment in strategies and execution of annual priorities and longer-term growth initiatives; as well as externally, as part of negotiations with suppliers
  • Provide input into the business budgeting processes.
  • Work in alignment with the Zero Harm pledge and workplace safety requirements.
  • Report any incidents, hazards, near misses or “at-risk” behaviors.
  • Take ownership through participating in health and safety initiatives / activities and training

Skills & Experience
  • 5+ years’ experience in a procurement role.
  • Engineering (or technical / materials) degree / experience in a Manufacturing environment.
  • Strong academic results.
  • Knowledge of procurement methodologies with an ability to deliver best value for money results.
  • Ability to build good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Detail orientated with a strong sense of urgency.

How to apply
To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Julia Liow on 0426 201 406 or jliow@sharpandcarter.com.au