Category Specialist

Nyrstar

Port Pirie, Australia
On-site
5 years procurement experience
Category management expertise
Supplier negotiation skills
Nyrstar is seeking a Category Specialist for their Port Pirie site on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management, requiring a strong background in procurement and category management

Job Summary

  • This role involves developing strategic category plans to achieve business objectives across steel fabrication, maintenance, and specialty chemicals.
  • Candidates must possess strong analytical skills to perform market analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities while managing supply risks.
  • The position offers professional development opportunities within a collaborative global team that values safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Nyrstar is seeking a Category Specialist for their Port Pirie site on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management, requiring a strong background in procurement and category management.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years procurement experience
  • Category management expertise
  • Supplier negotiation skills
  • SAP functionality knowledge
  • Commercial procurement practices

Nice-to-have

  • CIPS certification
  • Master's degree in related field
  • Safety culture commitment
  • Innovative problem-solving
  • Long-term partnership building

Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in Procurement or Business
  • Minimum 5 years of procurement experience
  • CIPS certification (advantageous)
  • Master's degree (advantageous)

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