Mars Recruitment are parterning with a leading service‑based organisation is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager for an initial 4‑month contract, with possibility for extension. This role suits a commercially sharp procurement qualified who can step in immediately and take ownership of end‑to‑end procurement across a diverse category portfolio, with a strong focus on contract negotiation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Category planning that optimises cost, performance and risk
- Manage contract negotiations and esnure approvals are managed correctly
- Spend and market analysis to inform sourcing strategies
- Lead RFI/RFP processes, tender evaluations and commercial negotiations
- Formulate and manage contracts, schedules and supplier KPIs
- Maintain preferred supplier registers and contract management systems
- Champion P2P compliance, coach stakeholders and convert PRs to POs
- Drive continuous improvement,



standardisation and procurement innovation
- Build strong relationships across the organisation and lead cross‑functional delivery

Key Requirements:

- 5+ years' generalist procurement experience
- Strong sourcing, negotiation and contract management capability
- Ability to coach stakeholders and lead cross‑functional teams
- Solid understanding of P2P processes and procurement systems
- Commercial acumen, analytical strength and strategic thinking

The role offers free on-site parking and hybrid work arrangements. Only immediately available candidates will be considered. Reach out to Abbey at [email protected] for more details.

Procurement Category Manager Sydney Olympic Park, NSW, AU

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📌 Procurement Category Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Mars Recruitment
📍 New South Wales