Job Description
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Manage the suppliers' portfolio by developing a category strategy that meets regional and global business objectives
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Actively source, assess, and qualify potential suppliers
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Collate and optimise demand
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Set up contractual agreements and analyse and report on Spend Management
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Lead tendering processes through disciplined RFI/RFQ sourcing processes
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Create RFQ packages, release them to market, review supplier responses, and provide recommendations
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Identify risks and opportunities
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Influence design and/or specifications to generate additional savings
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Propose negotiation strategies and lead negotiations
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Coordinate final decisions and execute procurement contracts
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Support supply chain processes by managing supplier performance and key project stakeholders
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Interact with suppliers and review and analyse supplier quotes and proposals
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Assess timeframes and associated risks and optimise purchased items through consolidation
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Requirements
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Technical/Engineering/Business
degree and/or demonstrated experience in a relevant discipline
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Ideally have 5+ years Procurement experience or Strategic Sourcing
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Experience in Procurement, Contract Management or Commercial experience
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Experience working in a complex Project environment
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Experience working within a large organisation and dealing with all levels of management
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Experience in negotiating and managing contract spends of up to $50M per annum
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Ability to develop strong relationship with internal stakeholders and influence decisions
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Recognised qualified accreditation (CIPS, EIPM, RICS or equivalent)
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Strong skill base in IT productivity tools such as Office and Excel
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High levels of responsiveness and internal customer focus
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Australian citizenship
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Eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate Defence security clearance
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Compliance with applicable Australian Defence Trade Controls Act requirements
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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Procurement and Strategic Sourcing, with a strong focus on contract management, supplier performance, and negotiation strategies. Proven ability to develop category strategies that align with business objectives while managing complex project environments.
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Highest-signal resume keywords
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Procurement Experience
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Strategic Sourcing
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Contract Management
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Negotiation Skills
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Supplier Performance Management
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Hard Skills
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Category Strategy Development
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Spend Management Analysis
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RFI/RFQ Sourcing Processes
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Contract Negotiation
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Risk Assessment
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Supplier Qualification
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Project Management
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Cost Optimization
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Soft Skills
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Relationship Building
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Influencing Decisions
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Customer Focus
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Responsiveness
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Certifications & Qualifications
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CIPS
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EIPM
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RICS
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Industry Keywords
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Australian Defence Trade Controls Act
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Defence Security Clearance
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Commercial Experience
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Large Organisation Experience
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Tools & Technologies
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IT Productivity Tools
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Microsoft Office
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Excel
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📌 Isit Category Manager (Victoria)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 Victoria