Category Buyer Full-Time Hybrid role + Annual Bonus National procurement role based in Brisbane, Sydney, Perth, Melbourne or Adelaide Join a leader if food service support. Report to senior procurement manager. Today and tomorrow at Compass Group, we serve a better future by enriching people, communities and our planet. We do this because we believe that everyone should be seen and nourished as a whole person. We focus on the individual, their needs and more broadly on positive impacts in the community. THE POSITION Drive category management execution on focused spend areas within the protein category. Drive execution of strategic commodity plans with a high focus on strategic sourcing. Maintain relationships with strategic suppliers with the aim to be a first point of call for new innovative products and specials. Oversee the day-to-day sourcing of new items and specials sourcing to ensure they are in alignment with overall category strategy. Improve local performance via supplier consolidation, negotiating commercial supplier arrangements and developing strategic partnerships. Drive operational excellence in the supplier base, managing KPI's and performance level initiatives. Maintain relationships with strategic suppliers with the aim to be a first point of call for new innovative products and spot buys. Provide leadership and innovation from a sourcing perspective towards environmental management and sustainability programs. Review supplier offerings for innovative products to reduce costs. Communicate market trends, provide proactive insights and changes in product availability to our clients. Support the delivery of a range of products/services maximising business profitability and service needs considering both life-cycle and associated costs. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the relationship between all pricing levels versus market to make business pricing recommendations. THE PERSON 2-3 Years experience in a procurement function. Relevant completed or partial tertiary qualification Economics/Business/Commerce, CIPS, IFPSM or AAPCM qualification or equivalent is highly regarded. Ability to negotiate skilfully with both internal and external stakeholders to influence strategy and negotiate costs. Demonstrated organisational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and prioritise work to meet all deadlines. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills. Intermediate/excellent level of MS Office including advanced excel skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills – demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a positive relationship with business stakeholders. Experience in contract management and sourcing and / or formal procurement environment of at least 5 years. THE BENEFITS Paid parental leave. Access to a wide variety of training & development. Clear career paths and support to achieve your goals. Personal and site-based recognition programs. Immediate access to 100+ retail discounts accessible from your mobile. Multiple salary packaging options to help your dollar go further. Health and well-being employee benefits to help look after you. Apply now or contact ****** OR call 1300TALENT for a confidential discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr
