Category Manager
@ Bendigo Advertiser

Bar Beach, New South Wales, Australia
A$120,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 2 days ago

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Category Manager

Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. Adhering to STRIVE values, the company celebrates excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operations. The Category Manager will support the execution of procurement strategy and lead high complexity sourcing projects in Newcastle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review spend analytics and develop sourcing strategies.
  • Lead competitive tendering and negotiate supplier contracts.
  • Analyze vendor spend data and mitigate commercial risk.
  • Mentor and lead category team members.
  • Engage with senior stakeholders to align award strategies with business objectives.
  • Occasional travel to operating sites.

What You'll Bring:

  • Extensive experience in complex procurement and sourcing projects.
  • Strong negotiation skills and proven tender leadership.
  • Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage stakeholder communications at a senior level.
  • Above average computer skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience in mining, resources, or construction industry is a plus.

Benefits:

  • Industry leading 26 Weeks Parental Leave.
  • $4k for successful referrals.
  • Learning and skills development through study assistance and leadership training.
  • Awards and recognition through the STRIVE initiative.
  • Opportunities for career growth with new projects on the horizon.

Whitehaven Coal is committed to diversity and supporting underrepresented groups. The company also works with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of Defence members.

Key skills/competency:

  • Procurement
  • Sourcing
  • Tendering
  • Negotiation
  • Analytics
  • Vendor Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Team Leadership
  • Risk Management
  • Contract Management
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  • Customize Your Resume: Tailor it with procurement achievements.
  • Highlight Relevant Skills: Emphasize sourcing and negotiation expertise.
  • Research Bendigo Advertiser: Understand their culture and values.
  • Prepare For Interviews: Practice responses on stakeholder management.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review spend analytics methods.
Practice Excel data modeling.
Study contract negotiation case studies.
Familiarize with tendering software.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging negotiation experience.
Explain teamwork in high-pressure sourcing.
Discuss handling stakeholder conflicts.
Share a leadership success story.

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