Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)
Full time
At CSR, we're building a better future together.
We are a team of 2,600 people across Australia and New Zealand, collaborating every single day towards a shared purpose - 'Building solutions for a better future'.
As a leading Australian Manufacturing business, we're at the forefront of developing innovative, sustainable, and high-performing building products and systems.
At CSR, we put people first.
We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, supportive, and inclusive working environment that enables everyone to feel valued, grow, and truly thrive.
CSR is committed to delivering excellence in supply chain and logistics while driving innovation and sustainability across our operations.
We are seeking a skilled Logistics Category Manager to lead category management and strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring alignment with our business transformation goals.
About the Role:
As the Logistics Procurement Category Manager, you will be responsible for managing key logistics procurement categories, overseeing the end-to-end procurement process, developing category strategies, and building strong stakeholder relationships to achieve cost efficiencies, mitigate risks, and enhance supplier performance.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute category procurement strategies aligned with CSR's supply chain transformation goals.Perform category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management across logistics categories.Manage the six-step sourcing process, from demand analysis to contract lifecycle management.Collaborate with the Supply Chain Team and key stakeholders to align objectives and ensure effective execution.Build a pipeline of opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and risk mitigation.Rationalize and manage logistics suppliers to meet service and compliance targets.Identify innovative procurement solutions to drive savings and process efficiencies.Ensure compliance with WHSE standards and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements.About You:
To thrive in this role, you will bring:
Extensive experience in supply chain and logistics procurement, with strong category management expertise.Proven success in developing and executing category plans with a customer-focused approach.Data-oriented mindset with a focus on digital processes and sustainability.Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, and the ability to negotiate and influence effectively.A track record of leading complex projects and driving innovation with strategic partners.Exceptional interpersonal skills and stakeholder management capabilities at senior levels.Tertiary qualifications in logistics, supply chain, or a commercial discipline (highly regarded).What we offer:
We strive to support your professional and personal growth.
Here are some of the perks you'll enjoy as part of the CSR team:
Supportive and collaborative culture that fosters innovation and inclusion.Care and wellbeing offer includes up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave, 52 weeks of superannuation payment, and access to an employee assistance program.Rewarding career with on-the-job learning, development, and upskilling opportunities within and across our brands.How to Apply:
Just click on the Apply for this job button.
We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements.
If you're passionate about making a positive impact and you see yourself in this role, we'd love to hear from you!
To find out more about us, visit www.csr.com.au
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