Category Manager

Macquarie University

North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia
Base: $142,838 - $150,860 py; benefits: 17% super ...
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Data-driven procurement strategies
Complex contract negotiations
Stakeholder engagement
** Macquarie University is seeking a Category Manager to join its Strategic Procurement team, focusing on developing and executing data-driven procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational excellence. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, with a hybrid work arrangement and an attractive salary package. **

Job Summary

  • This influential role will partner with senior leaders across faculties and professional services to understand their needs, shape procurement strategies, and lead sourcing activities that deliver measurable cost savings, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.
  • The Category Manager is responsible for the efficient acquisition, management, and procurement of the University's spend, ensuring compliance with the ProcureRight Framework while championing innovative practices and process improvements.
  • Macquarie University offers flexible, hybrid work arrangements, 17% Superannuation, extensive training and professional development programs, and a vibrant local and global community.

Matching Summary

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** Macquarie University is seeking a Category Manager to join its Strategic Procurement team, focusing on developing and executing data-driven procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational excellence. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, with a hybrid work arrangement and an attractive salary package. **

Salary

Base: $142,838 - $150,860 per annum; Benefits: 17% superannuation and annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Data-driven procurement strategies
  • Complex contract negotiations
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Risk mitigation strategies
  • Supplier relationship management

Nice-to-have

  • Innovative practices champion
  • Process improvement focus
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Challenging the status quo

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Extensive proven experience in procurement
  • Expert knowledge of commercial drivers
  • Expert-level analytical and conceptual skills
  • Demonstrated capability to influence stakeholders

Work Rights

Not specified

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