Procurement Category Manager (Brisbane City)

Shape the future of Operations & Maintenance procurement in a high-impact, strategic role. We’re partnering with a leading organisation to appoint a key procurement professional within their Operations & Maintenance procurement team. This is an influential position for someone who thrives on complexity and aims to create meaningful, strategic change. You will oversee end-to-end category management across critical O&M; spend, developing and executing strategies that balance cost, risk, performance and sustainability. Working closely with senior operational stakeholders, you will challenge existing supply models, negotiate complex agreements, and drive strategic initiatives that deliver measurable commercial and operational outcomes. What we’re looking for
- Expertise in Operations & Maintenance procurement
- Skilled in developing and executing category strategies, particularly for service-based categories
- Proven commercial acumen and negotiation expertise across complex contracts
- A proactive, outcomes-driven mindset with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders
- Experience operating in environments where safety, reliability and asset performance are critical Why this role stands out
- Lead strategic procurement initiatives with significant commercial impact
- Work under a Procurement leader who champions growth, coaches for success, and empowers autonomy
- Join an organisation known for innovation, collaboration, and a solid commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement
- Benefit from a clear career progression pathway within a strategic procurement function Location Brisbane, Melbourne, or Sydney If you are a procurement professional looking to step into a role with real mandate, influence, and progression, click Apply . #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r6jer