ICT Category Manager

Location: Brisbane, Southern Suburbs & Logan
Job Type: Temporary
Discipline: Procurement, Contracts & Supply Chain
Reference: 1593640
Posted: 7 days ago
Troocoo is seeking an experienced ICT Category Manager to join our client’s procurement team on an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for extension or permanency.
  
This role plays a key part in shaping procurement strategies across key ICT spend areas and fostering strong relationships with suppliers and strategic partners.
  
Key responsibilities include:
  • Drive strategic sourcing initiatives across the ICT category, delivering value and alignment with business objectives.
  • Influence and support key stakeholders to improve procurement practices and compliance across the business.
  • Oversee end-to-end procurement activities, including both pre-contract planning and post-award contract management. 
  • Develops negotiation strategies and leads negotiations with suppliers. 
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and service providers. 
  • Support continuous improvement in contract and supplier performance management frameworks.
  • Work cross-functionally to assess business needs and assist in the evaluation and procurement of tech solutions.
 
Skills and Experience: 
  • Proven experience in ICT Category Management, ICT Procurement Specialist or a similar role. 
  • Strong understanding of ICT products, services, and market trends. 
  • Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working in highly regulated industries (preferred not essential).
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. 
 
Apply:

Click ‘Apply’ or contact Hayley Wilson, Principal Consultant – Procurement, Contracts & Supply Chain on hayley.wilson@troocoo.com or call 0407 447 248 for more information.  
 
If this role is not quite right for you and you are a procurement or contracts professional looking for future opportunities, please feel free to reach out and connect on LinkedIn.