This is a Category Manager - Technology role with Tabcorp based in Melbourne, VIC, AU Tabcorp Role Seniority - mid level More about the Category Manager - Technology role at Tabcorp The Opportunity Step into a role where your commercial judgement shapes how Technology delivers. You’ll join a high‑impact Procurement team at the centre of our transformation—partnering with leaders, lifting supplier performance and turning strategy into measurable value across the business. What You’ll Do Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you’ll shape and deliver category strategies across core Technology services—professional services, outsourced technology operations, cloud managed services, hardware, communications and more. You’ll take ownership of category architecture and sourcing roadmaps, embed strong supplier governance, and keep compliance and risk front of mind to drive sustained results. You'll also: Lead category strategy and hierarchy to capture all addressable Technology spend Drive sourcing roadmaps and competitive tenders with clear, fair evaluation Create strong commercial positions and negotiate high‑impact agreements Optimise supplier outcomes with scorecards, governance and joint improvement plans Partner across business units to align priorities and embed clear ways of working Report performance and value delivery, driving continuous S2P improvement and simplification What You’ll Bring You’re a confident operator who thrives on pace, clarity and impact. You connect strategy to delivery, simplify complex problems, and build trusted relationships. You bring proven capability across Technology categories, strong commercial acumen, and the systems know‑how to turn data into decisions. Experienced in Technology categories: services, cloud, hardware and communications Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage regulatory risk Strong stakeholder influence, coordinating priorities and supplier review forums Ability to analyse data and create clear, actionable insights and reports Experienced in supplier governance, KPIs, scorecards and continuous improvement Strong systems skills across spreadsheets, procurement and enterprise platforms What You’ll Get In this role, you’ll gain unique exposure across the full Technology landscape, influence key commercial decisions, and play a pivotal part in how we shape our supplier ecosystem. We also know that when we belong, we thrive. That’s why we offer: Time for moments that matter - from birthdays to cultural leave, flexible public holidays, and 5 days bonus leave Ticketing to some of the country’s biggest racing and sports events Access to our leading wellbeing app and programs to help you be your best A range of corporate discounts and special offers with leading retailers A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone belongs About Us We’re Tabcorp — home to TAB, Sky Racing, and MAX, shaping the future of our industry through digital innovation and cutting-edge technology. With a strong retail presence and a growing digital footprint, we connect customers wherever they play. We’re innovators and big thinkers in a fast-paced, exciting sector, committed to safer gambling and responsible play. Here, you’ll belong where the action is and make Tabcorp your home ground. Apply Now Ready to make Tabcorp your home ground? Join a team that thrives on collaboration, inclusion, respect, and face to face connection. We welcome and support people of all abilities — if you need adjustments during the process, email careers@tabcorp.com.au. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Tabcorp team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Shaping category strategies Driving sourcing roadmaps Optimizing supplier outcomes Key Strengths Commercial acumen Stakeholder influence Data analysis Supplier governance Negotiation skills Systems skills A Final Note: This is a role with Tabcorp not with Hatch.
