Working at TasWater isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to deliver social, environmental, and economic benefits for Tasmania today, and for future generations to come. Our talented workforce of more than 980 employees keep Tasmania thriving by providing exceptional water and sewerage services to more than 460,000 customers everyday. We have a bold and ambitious future, inspired by our vision to unlock water's full potential, which is centred on our customers and communities, our people and partners, the environment, and our collective water future. Over the coming 5 years we are investing a record $1.5 billion to ensure a safe and secure water future for a growing Tasmania, and will we take steps towards our aspirations of net zero carbon emissions, and towards zero waste. Visit our website or Youtube channel to learn more. The Role The Procurement & Category Manager reports to the Head of Procurement and sits in our Commercial & Digital team. Some of the things you'll work on include: Oversee and inform the development of strategic category management plans across TasWater. Promote innovation across all sourcing categories, exploring new products, technologies, and approaches that can enhance business outcomes. Oversee and manage the procurement processes and develop cost savings programs to contribute towards TasWater's strategic and financial objectives. Develop and maintain focused sourcing strategies by identifying opportunities, defining current processes, designing new process, identifying benchmarks, metrics and making recommendations for improvements. Undertake the role of subject matter expert and educate leaders across TasWater on strategic procurement and category management plan, including relevant market and supply analysis and predictions. Role model the TasWater Values and Behaviours while proactively working to develop a positive culture in a team of 8 direct reports. Key Accountabilities There are transferable skills that can lead to success in this role so even if you don't think you're the perfect fit, we still want you to apply. Extensive knowledge and experience working with P2P and S2C processes, commodities and supply chain management. Experience leading a team and building a high performing culture. Knowledge and experience in interpreting and applying contract management principles. Strong Negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to manage and develop supplier relationships. Experience in developing new systems and procedures to facilitate the implementation of strategic procurement initiatives. Why TasWater Across our multi-disciplinary organisation, we are serious about enhancing the skills and careers of our team members. When you join TasWater, you join company that offers career development pathways, training courses and access to subject matter experts. We are continuing to build an inclusive workplace and workforce that truly represents the Tasmanian community that we serve. We value diversity in all its many forms and welcome a range of perspectives and identities to enrich the way we work and what we do. We take pride in being acknowledged as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. Click here to view our benefits and policies, such as 18 weeks paid parental leave for all parents regardless of tenure and with full superannuation contributions. We're continuing to work on future benefits through a dedicated Employee Experience team. The Details This is a full-time position providing an opportunity to work from primary sites in Hobart, Launceston, or Devonport, and attracts a salary of $154,000 - $182,000 (inclusive of superannuation) dependent on experience. For a full copy of the position description please visit our website. If you want to learn more about this role or need assistance in applying, please contact Oliver Braithwaite – Head of Talent Acquisition & Pathways on 0487 715 364 . Applications close at 10am on Monday 29th April 2024. Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Choose from thousands of courses delivered by leaders in education. #J-18808-Ljbffr
