We're the airline that dares to be different, bold, down-to-earth and built around giving our guests real choice. Safety is our backbone, service is our heartbeat, and our people are our superpower.
At Virgin Australia, we're on a mission to be Australia's most loved airline, for our people, our guests and our owners and we're looking for passionate talent to help take us even higher.
We're vibrant, authentic and unapologetically human. Here, you can bring your whole self, your Virgin Flair and your ambition to a team that champions individuality, innovation and a whole lot of heart. If you're excited by meaningful work, real opportunities to grow, and a culture where you can genuinely make a difference, you'll feel right at home with us.
What you'll be doing / Your Impact:
As an ICT Category Manager within our Procurement team, you'll play a key role in shaping how Virgin Australia delivers value through strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement, you'll work across the business to understand commercial priorities and develop category strategies that drive cost efficiency, performance and long-term value.
In this Category Manager role, your portfolio will focus on IT procurement.
In this role, you will:
Develop and execute category strategies across the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including demand, sourcing, fulfilment and supplier management
Partner with stakeholders across the Group to align procurement strategies with business objectives and priorities
Lead sourcing activities, including RFx processes, negotiations and contract development and execution to deliver optimal commercial outcomes
Build strong supplier relationships, driving performance,



innovation and continuous improvement
Manage risk, compliance and governance across supplier arrangements and procurement activities
Translate category strategies into a clear pipeline of initiatives, balancing short-term delivery and long-term planning
Deliver robust business cases supported by data, analytics and financial modelling
Provide commercial advice and act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across the business
Drive continuous improvement across procurement processes, tools and ways of working
Support and guide Procurement Analysts across project delivery where required
This is a highly visible role that sits at the centre of commercial decision-making, influencing both internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver meaningful business outcomes.
You'll be great in this role if you... | About You
5+ years' experience in strategic sourcing, category management or procurement within a complex organisation
Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes and category strategy development
Proven ability to lead sourcing events, negotiations and supplier engagements
Strong commercial acumen, with experience in financial analysis, cost modelling and business case development
Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the business




Experience managing competing priorities and delivering outcomes in fast-paced environments
Strong problem-solving skills and a data-driven approach to decision making
Experience working across cross-functional teams and managing projects end-to-end
What you'll get from us | Your Benefits & Beyond
We're committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):
Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $**** worth of travel credits per year)
A flexible, hybrid work style. Work from home or the office, adapt your location to suit your style and needs
One of Brisbane's most admired head office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, and lunch options downstairs plus a 5-minute walk to the Busway, a rooftop restaurant and onsite gym (with a low membership fee) and South Bank Parklands just across the road
Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
'Dress for Your Day' – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel outstanding for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you.
When everyone is included, everyone wins | Belonging at Virgin Australia
We're all individuals. And we love that. That's why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQIA+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.
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📌 Category Management - Ict (Queensland)
🏢 Virgin Australia
📍 Queensland