About the role

Lead strategic procurement. Build capability. Deliver commercial value.

We're looking for an experienced procurement leader to lead our Category team and drive high-performing category management outcomes that deliver value, manage risk, and support organisational priorities.

In this leadership role, you'll guide a team of Category Specialists and Senior Category Specialists, providing strategic direction across sourcing, contract management, supplier relationships, and category planning. You'll play a key role in shaping procurement strategy, influencing stakeholders, and delivering commercial outcomes across complex and high-value categories.

In this role, you will -

- Lead and inspire a high-performing Category team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Develop and deliver category strategies that optimise value, strengthen supply resilience, and support organisational objectives.
- Provide leadership across sourcing, contract management, supplier relationship management, and commercial negotiations.
- Oversee complex, high-value and high-risk procurement activities, ensuring strong governance and commercial outcomes.
- Drive supplier performance, value realisation, and continuous improvement across key categories.
- Coach, mentor and develop Category Specialists and Senior Category Specialists to build capability and consistency.
- Partner with senior stakeholders to provide trusted commercial advice and influence strategic decision-making.
- Manage commercial, contractual and supply chain risks while ensuring compliance with procurement policy, legislative requirements and probity standards.

About you

You're an experienced procurement leader with a strategic mindset, strong commercial acumen and a passion for developing people. You have extensive experience in procurement and category management across complex and high-value categories, with a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and delivering measurable commercial outcomes.

You combine strategic thinking with operational excellence, confidently developing and executing category strategies while leading significant commercial negotiations and managing procurement risk. Your strong understanding of procurement frameworks, contract management, commercial governance and supply market dynamics enables you to make informed decisions and deliver sustainable value.

You'll be an effective communicator who builds trusted relationships at all levels of the organisation.



With exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, you're comfortable partnering with senior leaders, presenting complex information clearly and providing sound commercial advice.

Ideally, you'll also bring:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using data and market insights to drive decision-making.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive reporting and presentations.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Business, Supply Chain or a related discipline (desirable).
- A leadership style that reflects our organisational values and inspires collaboration, accountability and high performance.

What's on offer

This is a permanent full-time opportunity based out of our Hobart office, offering an attractive remuneration and benefits package.

At TasNetworks we want to power a bright future for our people, our community and our customers. We offer a supportive work environment where safety is at the heart of everything we do.

As an "employer of choice" we offer excellent employee benefits including:

- Flexible work arrangements
- 20 days of annual leave per year + an additional 3 days of leave between Christmas and New Year
- Electricity discount of 16.66% (following probationary period)
- Paid volunteer days (we strive to give back to the community)
- Free onsite parking (It all adds up)
- Onsite gyms (plus an annual health and wellbeing rebate)
- Career development - personalised career pathways across trade and leadership, supported by our internal training programs
- All the equipment you'll need to be successful in your role

We are proud to be work180 accredited, check us out here.

How to apply

Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role, and a current resume. For more information about this chance and to acquire a position description, please click here.

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 16 August 2026, however, we will be reviewing applications upon receipt and may commence our recruitment process prior to the closing date.

For further information about the role, please contact Dwayne Heffernan, Head of Supply Chain - ***************@tasnetworks.com.au





TasNetworks is committed to equal opportunity and values a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals and those of all ages.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

Background checks will be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment.

About Us

TasNetworks is Powering a Bright Future by delivering safe and sustainable essential services while maximising value for all of Lutruwita/Tasmania.

As Tasmania's provider of electricity transmission and distribution services, we are committed to providing our customers with affordable and reliable electricity, while helping Australia transition to cleaner energy sources. We have 300,000 residential, business, commercial, and industrial customers, and are committed to working with our community to make a meaningful difference to the lives of Tasmanians - through and beyond the delivery of electricity and telecommunication services.

By joining TasNetworks, you will experience the difference of a company that puts customers first, values safety above all, unifies in the face of challenges, and embraces diversity and forward thinking.

Together, we are powering a bright future for Lutruwita/Tasmania.

Can you see yourself living here?

If you're considering a move, Tasmania's capital city, historic Nipaluna/Hobart, offers an incredible setting for success in this role. Located on the picturesque river Derwent, you'll be surrounded by breathtaking world heritage wilderness areas just a short distance away. Immerse yourself in a relaxed lifestyle and have easy access to iconic destinations like Mona, Port Arthur, and the historic Hobart Waterfront. Nipaluna/Hobart will provide a captivating backdrop to your professional journey.

Whether you choose Hobart, Launceston, or the North West, Tasmania's captivating landscapes and vibrant communities make each location a desirable place to live and work. Embrace the opportunities for adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences that await you in these incredible regions of Lutruwita/Tasmania.

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