Procurement Category Specialist

At ETEL were focused on delivering high-quality reliable solutions for our customers and strong procurement capability is critical to achieving this. Effective category management ensures we deliver value maintain supply continuity and build strong supplier partnerships that support business performance.

In this role youll play a key part in shaping how we manage spend engage suppliers and deliver commercial outcomes across the business. Youll work closely with stakeholders to ensure procurement decisions are well-informed compliant and aligned to business priorities.

Were looking for someone who combines strong commercial thinking with practical delivery someone who can translate data and market insights into clear strategies and tangible results.

About the role

As our Procurement Category Specialist youll be responsible for developing and delivering category strategies that optimise cost manage risk and ensure reliable supply across assigned spend areas.

Youll lead end-to-end sourcing activities and partner closely with stakeholders to shape demand define requirements and ensure procurement activity is aligned to policy and governance.

Youll also play a key role in strengthening supplier performance improving procurement processes and contributing to a more disciplined and value-focused procurement environment.

What youll be doing

• Developing and implementing category strategies aligned to business priorities
• Leading sourcing activities including RFx processes evaluation negotiation and contract award
• Analysing spend and supply markets to identify opportunities for value savings and risk management
• Managing supplier relationships and performance (KPIs service levels and improvement plans)
• Partnering with stakeholders to define requirements and influence purchasing behaviours
• Supporting contract management compliance and procurement governance
• Identifying and managing supply and supplier risks including sustainability considerations
• Contributing to continuous improvement of procurement processes tools and reporting

What youll bring

• Minimum 510 years experience in procurement category management or strategic sourcing in a complex organisation
• Tertiary qualification in Business Supply Chain Commerce Law or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience leading end-to-end sourcing activities (RFx evaluation negotiation contract award)
• Strong commercial and analytical capability including spend analysis and total cost of ownership
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships and performance frameworks
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence outcomes and drive compliance
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes end-to-end
• High attention to detail and strong contract/documentation discipline

What sets you apart

• You think commercially and focus on delivering value and outcomes
• You translate data and market insights into practical strategies
• You build strong relationships and influence stakeholders effectively
• You take a disciplined structured approach to governance and risk
• You are proactive and continuously look for ways to improve processes and performance

Why ETEL

At ETEL youll be part of a business that values collaboration continuous improvement and doing things the right way. This is an opportunity to build and strengthen procurement capability while making a real impact on business performance and supplier outcomes.

Were committed to creating an environment where people can do their best work and feel proud of the contribution they make. We also value diversity and inclusion and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.

Ready to take the next step in your procurement career and make an impact at ETEL Apply now.