Title: Category Manager

Location:

Pyrmont, NSW, AU, 2009

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About Veolia

Join a global leader in environmental sustainability and shape procurement strategy across diverse projects. This autonomous role offers flexible working and competitive benefits while driving meaningful change.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced procurement professional to join our team in Pyrmont and manage the heavy vehicles spare parts procurement category.

This hands-on role will partner closely with fleet and operations stakeholders to understand business needs, collect and analyse data, identify opportunities and deliver commercial value through effective sourcing and supplier management.

As an individual contributor, you’ll build strong relationships across both operational and corporate environments while developing specialist knowledge of this important portfolio.

What's on offer A specialist procurement role covering heavy vehicles, spare parts, tyres and related services

Exposure to operational, capital, and services expenditure

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Autonomous role with flexible working arrangements including work from home

Attractive remuneration and comprehensive benefits

Work on sustainability-focused procurement initiatives with a global environmental leader

What you'll be responsible for

Manage end-to-end procurement processes and supplier relationships

Develop and implement category strategies that respond to operational requirements and deliver commercial value

Identify cost savings,through robust data analysis, process and operational improvements,



and sustainability enhancements

Maintain category insights including market intelligence, spend analysis, and risk management

Drive supplier consolidation and standardization initiatives

Contribute to sustainability and social procurement initiatives

What you'll need to be successful

Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, heavy vehicles,, automotive, spare parts or a related commercial environment is desirable

Proven track record in strategic sourcing, negotiation, and contract management

Strong organisation and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work confidently with stakeholders across procurement, fleet, finance and operations

Strong analytical and commercial capability, with the ability to interpret data and turn insights into practical procurement opportunities

Clear and adaptable communication skills, with the ability to engage with both operational and corporate stakeholders

Tertiary qualification and professional procurement certification (desirable)

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:





Generous paid parental leave and paid volunteer days

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family

Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts

Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan

Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Secure Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers. We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.

📌 Category Manager (Pyrmont)
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