Category & Contracts Specialist - ICT
12-month contract
Based in Perth
Hybrid 3 days in office 2 days WFH
About the Role
As the Senior Category & Contracts Specialist, you'll leadprocurement and commercial activities across key ICT categoriesincluding:
Managed Services
Professional & Project Services
Software Licensing
Hardware & Technology Infrastructure
Cloud & Digital Services
Working closely with business and technology leaders, you'll develop and execute category strategies that deliver value, reduce risk, optimise supplier performance, and support organisational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Leadstrategic sourcing, procurement and category managementinitiatives across ICT spend categories.
Develop and executecategory strategiesthat drive value, cost efficiencies and improved service outcomes.
Manage end-to-endprocurement activities,including tenders, contract negotiations and supplier selection processes.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring performance, compliance and continuous improvement.
Provide commercial advice and business partnering support to key stakeholders across the organisation.
Identify opportunities to mitigate risk,



improve governance and strengthen contract management practices.
Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to inform procurement strategies and decision-making.
You'll bring
Proven experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, contracts or commercial management.
Experience acrossICT categories such as software, hardware, managed services, telecommunications, cloud or skilled services.
Demonstrated success negotiating and managing high-value, complex contracts.
Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
Sound understanding of supplier governance, risk management and contract frameworks.
Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to balance business needs, market capability and long-term value outcomes.
Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.
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📌 Ict Contracts & Category Specialist (Perth)
🏢 Peoplebank
📍 Perth