Category Manager - It

Ampol

Alexandria, Australia
Base: competitive; bonus/equity: compyny performan...
Hybrid
Proven experience in large complex organisation procurement
Strong contract negotiation capability across it services
Demonstrated ability to build effective stakeholder relationships
Ampol is seeking a Category Manager for its Procurement team in Alexandria, Australia, focusing on IT, software, and managed services. The role emphasizes optimizing supplier relationships and contract negotiations in a dynamic environment, offering a hybrid working arrangement and various employee benefits

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on optimising long-standing supplier relationships and leading contract negotiations within a strategic procurement function.
  • The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to large-scale contract alignment and vendor optimisation activities during a major integration program.
  • Benefits include competitive remuneration, a hybrid working arrangement, and a 25% discount on fuel for privately used cars.

Matching Summary

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Ampol is seeking a Category Manager for its Procurement team in Alexandria, Australia, focusing on IT, software, and managed services. The role emphasizes optimizing supplier relationships and contract negotiations in a dynamic environment, offering a hybrid working arrangement and various employee benefits.

Salary

Base: Competitive; Bonus/Equity: Company performance incentive and employee share offers; Benefits: Car allowance, 25% fuel discount, flexible leave options

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proven experience in large complex organisation procurement
  • Strong contract negotiation capability across IT services
  • Demonstrated ability to build effective stakeholder relationships
  • Experience managing strategic supplier relationships
  • Ability to operate autonomously in fast-paced environment

Nice-to-have

  • Background in blue-chip or highly structured industries
  • Exposure to contract integration or acquisitions
  • Experience with procurement systems and tools
  • Excellent communication skills to influence stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience in procurement and contract management
  • Strong commercial acumen with financial interpretation skills
  • Experience in blue-chip or energy industries preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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