Job Description
Category Specialist - Software & Cloud
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ICT Category Specialist – Software & Cloud Category
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Clerk Grade 9/10
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Salary : $133,348 - $146,945 base plus super and leave loading
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Ongoing opportunity within the Software & Cloud Category, ICT Category Management Team
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ICT Category Management team in Digital Strategy, Sourcing and Assurance (DSSA) within the Digital NSW division of the Department of Customer Service (DCS)
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Location: McKell - Sydney CBD, for at least 50% of the working days in a fortnight.
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About the role:
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This is an opportunity to helpshape how NSW Government procures and manages some of its most strategicsoftware and cloud services.
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seniorstakeholders,
leading technology suppliers and procurement professionals todeliver value for money, manage commercial risk and improve
procurementoutcomes
across government.
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Key responsibilities include:
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Contributing tocategory management and sourcing strategies for Software and Cloudservices
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Supporting
contractmanagement,
supplier performance reviews and commercial negotiations
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Analysing spend,market and supplier information to inform procurement decisions
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Supporting themanagement of All of Government agreements and panels
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Providingprocurement
guidance and advice to NSW Government agencies
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Identifyingopportunities
to improve value, reduce risk and strengthen
supplierperformance
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Contributing tobenefits realisation, reporting and category governance activities
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About You:
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You are commercially minded,analytical and confident working with stakeholders at all levels.
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To be successful, you will bring:
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Experience in ICTprocurement, category management, contract management or
supplierrelationship
management
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Exposure toSoftware, Cloud, SaaS or technology procurement environments
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Robust
stakeholderengagement
and relationship management skills
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Experiencereviewing
contracts, pricing, supplier performance and commercial risks
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Strong analyticalskills and the ability to work with complex data and spreadsheets
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Excellent writtenand verbal communication skills
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Sound judgement,problem-solving ability and attention to detail
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Knowledge of NSWGovernment procurement frameworks is desirable
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About the team:
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The ICT Category Management teammanages a portfolio of significant technology agreements used across NSWGovernment.
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You will join a highly regardedteam that works at the intersection of procurement, technology and
commercialstrategy.
The team provides a unique opportunity to build expertise in
categorymanagement,
supplier management, commercial negotiation and
governmentprocurement
while working with some of the largest technology suppliers in the market.
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This role offers exposure tocomplex and high-profile procurement initiatives that can accelerate yourprofessional development and broaden your network across government andindustry.
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Why join us?
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Hybrid and flexibleworking arrangements
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Accrued flexibleleave
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Competitive salaryand conditions
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Generous parentalleave and wellbeing benefits
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Access to FitnessPassport and employee wellbeing programs
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Opportunities towork on strategic technology initiatives with state wide impact
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Closing Date: Monday, 14th SEP **** at 9:59am
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Careers at Department of Customer Service
n A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service,
digitaltransformation,
and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.
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Belong in our diverse and inclusiveworkplace
n The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and
embracingdifference,
while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with
differentbackgrounds
and perspectives.
n You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.
n We provide adjustments to the recruitment process for candidates, including individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, including alternate formats or have questions about the support available, please contact Talent Operations on ************ or
******.
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Informationon some of the different types of disabilities
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Information on
adjustmentsavailable
for the recruitment process

📌 Category Specialist - Software & Cloud (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales