Category Manager ICT and Corporate Services
Category Manager ICT and Corporate Services
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Job Description
Build and execute category strategies to drive growth and capability improvement through the NSW Local Government Sector
Working conditions include
Modern office in Sydney CBD a 3minute walk to Wynyard station
Initial fixedterm contract 1224 months); fulltime 38hours/week)
Flexible working arrangements
About the role
This position plays a pivotal role in translating the procurement requirements of Local Government (councils) into highquality effective contracts with suppliers. You will be responsible for building upon the contracts supplier and customer relationships for ICT & Corporate Services procurement categories for the NSW local government sector.
The role will lead Local Government Procurements (LGP) strategic direction in these two major categories which includes; Category Strategy development and market engagement Supplier Relationship (SRM) plan delivering commercial growth and unique stakeholder value.
The position has the remit to build and position a series of new solutions that are available through LGP keeping us as the preferred choice of buying arrangements for NSW councils.
Key Accountabilities
Implement and manage a Category Strategy for ICT & Corporate Services
Establish and grow supplier and stakeholder relationships to support agreed strategic goals and targets.
Manage commercial and contractual risks to mitigate negative impacts on category objectives and targets.
Source and provide expert advice to key stakeholders such as councils suppliers industry bodies government agencies and LGP staff.
Key Challenges
Whilst this role requires you to be autonomous in the management and administration of your role you will also be a team player and keen to contribute towards broader organisational objectives. A particularly challenging aspect of the role is dealing with the realities of up to one hundred and thirty separate local government entities each having its own needs and wants. In addition staying up to date with the dynamics of the relevant markets to ensure you are current with all relevant developments ensuring your strategies and contracts reflect the evolving nature of these markets.
Responsibilities include:
Strategy design and
Senior executive relationship management
Category performance management
Meeting commercial targets and expectations
Customer service
Team management
Contract negotiation establishment and performance management
Business Intelligence and Report delivery
Duties include:
Lead the design and of Category Management Plans for the portfolio.
Serve as the Category Expert in terms of knowledge contract strategy customer and stakeholder needs.
Network and build relationships with councils industry leaders associations and other government agencies.
Drive the development of the procurement process to deliver new solutions for customers.
Maintain and track benefits/savings delivered through strategic sourcing initiatives.
Coach lead and mentor junior team members.
Provide current and high quality advice across the portfolio by constantly researching and building knowledge in these evolving categories.
About Local Government Procurement
Local Government Procurement Pty LTD (LGP) is a private company established in 2006 by Local Government New South Wales (LGNSW) to provide Councils with a coordinated professional approach to procurement. The organisation works closely with Councils to meet their procurement needs; and forges sounds business relationships with the suppliers of goods and services to Councils ensuring that all parties in the procurement and supply functions are working successfully and cohesively with the common aim of achieving best practice.
The services provided by LGP include the provision of a portfolio of Local Government specific contracts which Councils can utilise without having to tender in their own right.
LGP is a mediumsize business with a very high business ethic; a flexible place to work with modern facilities and equipment. LGP is seeking the best quality staff in their chosen field.
Local Government Procurement maintains a nonsmoking policy in all its buildings.
Local Government Procurement is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits and culture
LGP is a medium size business with a very high business ethic. A flexible place to work with modern facilities and equipment. LGP is seeking the best quality staff in their chosen field.
For further information about the role or for a copy of the position description contact Michelle Despas For further information about LGP visit .
Application
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia
How many years experience do you have as a category manager
When are you available to start
Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with
Whats your expected annual base salary
Please indicate why you would be an ideal candidate for this position
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
