Who We Are
Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia.
AGIG manages distribution networks, transmission pipelines and storage capacity.
AGIG recently grew to over **** employees.
We also manage a large contractor workforce, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG's gas distribution networks.
Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future.
Our Net Zero goal and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future.
We know that to deliver our net zero goal in a timely, affordable and reliable way for all customers, a diverse range of energy supply is needed.
We will continue to work with customers and stakeholders to deliver and develop the energy infrastructure solutions essential to lowering emissions – including through natural gas, renewable gas and carbon capture and sequestration solutions.
About the Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Senior Category Specialist to join AGIG and play an influential role in shaping procurement strategies across our operational categories.
Reporting to the Networks Procurement Manager within our Contracts and Procurement team, you will work collaboratively across the business to shape category strategies, build trusted stakeholder and supplier partnerships, and deliver sustainable commercial outcomes.
Managing categories that include high-value and high-risk contracts, you will bring together commercial insight, strategic thinking and strong relationships to develop and deliver Category and sub-Category Plans that balance business needs, value, risk and long-term supplier partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
Shape and deliver Category and sub-Category Plans, developing strategies and recommendations that align with AGIG's procurement objectives, business priorities and cost-benefit targets.
Partner with and influence stakeholders to understand business needs, build commitment to category strategies and collaboratively navigate procurement initiatives, process improvements and change.
Develop and lead strategic sourcing initiatives across the end-to-end procurement lifecycle,



coordinating stakeholders and cross-functional resources to deliver practical, value-focused outcomes.
Optimise category and supply strategies by thoughtfully structuring the supply of goods and services, identifying the right supplier base and creating sustainable value across the AGIG Group.
Lead commercial negotiations and contract development, implementation and amendments, balancing commercial outcomes with legal and regulatory compliance, value for money and appropriate risk management.
Build and nurture strategic supplier relationships, managing contract and supplier performance while identifying opportunities to strengthen service, value and continuous improvement.
Measure and demonstrate procurement value, establishing meaningful performance measures, tracking delivery against Category Plan and cost-benefit targets, and ensuring alignment with AGIG's Procurement Policy and Procedures.
About You
5–10 years' experience in category management and/or strategic procurement, with demonstrated capability across the end-to-end procurement lifecycle.
Strong strategic sourcing experience, including developing category strategies, sourcing approaches and procurement solutions that respond to business and operational needs.
Demonstrated commercial and contracting capability, including contract development, complex negotiations, contract management and balancing commercial value with appropriate risk.
Experience building trusted supplier relationships, managing supplier and contract performance and working collaboratively to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.
Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively, build trust, cultivate team-oriented relationships and support stakeholders through change.
A sound understanding of supply chain management and procurement performance, including experience establishing, measuring and reporting procurement metrics and commercial benefits.
A degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or equivalent experience, together with MCIPS membership, progress towards MCIPS,



or a willingness to work towards this accreditation.
What We Offer
We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in *********.
Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone's voice is heard and respected.
AGIG is proudly recognised by WORK180 as a committed and supportive employer of choice for women, reflecting our dedication to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
Dive into a culture that supports the community through the Community Partnerships Program: with 2 paid volunteer leave days across the year, join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and collectively raised more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program.
Bonus incentive program
A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and the option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year
20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer
Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth
Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free skin checks
Join in on social activities through our AGIG Social Club,
Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company
Salary Continuance Insurance
AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency.
A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG's values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.
Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements?
If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need!
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.
Applications Close:
4.00pm, 26th August ****

📌 Senior Category Specialist (South Australia)
🏢 Australian Gas Infrastructure Group
📍 South Australia