Category Specialist

Overview

Reporting into the National Contracts Manager, the Category Specialist will join our Procurement team to lead strategic initiatives and drive performance improvements across high-volume procurement activities. This pivotal role is focused on delivering exceptional commercial outcomes and enhancing operational efficiency.

Location Options:

• South Guildford, WA
• Tomago, NSW

Roster: Monday - Friday, 8.5-hour days (Including half-hour meal break)

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain a strategic overview of industry trends
• Collaborate with supply partners to monitor and review contract KPIs
• Lead strategic planning initiatives to transform the category
• Ensure contract compliance and assess vendor performance

Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Category Management, or a related field
• Strong background in contract lifecycle management
• Knowledge of advanced sourcing strategies
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Familiarity with SAP ARIBA or similar ERP systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Industry experience in mining, construction, forestry, infrastructure, manufacturing, or engineering (desirable)

Our Benefits

• Financial Benefits - Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts such as Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
• Health & Wellness - Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
• Culture & Career - Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More Awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.
• Additional Perks - Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.

Our Company & Commitment

With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.

At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.