Public Sector People is working with a leading South East Queensland water utility is seeking an experienced Category Manager to join their Procurement & Supply Chain team on a contract basis, specialising in the Labour Services category. This is a great opportunity for a procurement professional to take ownership of a critical category, developing the overarching strategy and sourcing plan across all Labour Services subcategories and driving implementation from the ground up. Key Details: Daily rate up to $1,100 or $1232 via ABN Contract until 29th January 2027 Based in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane Hybrid working arrangement – minimum 2 days in office per week Option for a 9-day fortnight, maintaining 38 hours per week The Role: As Category Manager, you'll be responsible for the development, implementation, and lifecycle management of category strategies, driving commercial and supply chain outcomes across your portfolio. This full-cycle procurement role spans planning, sourcing, and contract management, alongside building strong supplier and stakeholder relationships to optimise value and ensure compliance with governance standards. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement the Labour Services category strategy and sourcing plan, commencing implementation across all subcategories Manage supplier performance, negotiate favourable terms, and drive continuous improvement Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while managing risk and ensuring compliance Prepare high-quality category and procurement submissions for senior leadership and stakeholder groups Lead end-to-end contract management, including drafting, negotiating, and overseeing contract documents Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders Utilise spend, market, and supplier data to inform strategic recommendations Integrate ESG considerations into sourcing decisions About You: Degree level qualification in business, finance, procurement, or a related discipline, and/or significant work experience in the procurement profession MCIPS or equivalent accreditation desired Strong experience in category strategy development, supplier management, and contract negotiation Proven ability to prepare and present commercial submissions to senior leadership Proficiency in ERP and Source-to-Pay systems, and the Microsoft Suite If you're a category management specialist looking for your next contract opportunity, apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.
