Category Manager at Star… · Sydney

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Category Manager to join the Procurement & Supply Chain team. You will play a key role in developing and executing category strategies that deliver sustainable cost savings, operational efficiencies, supplier innovation, and long-term business value across the organisation.

In this role, you will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate and manage supplier contracts, drive supplier performance, and partner closely with stakeholders across the business to optimise spend and achieve commercial outcomes. You will be responsible for developing category plans, managing procurement pipelines, identifying market opportunities, and ensuring successful implementation of new supplier arrangements while minimising business disruption.

To succeed, you will bring strong commercial acumen, proven experience in category management, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management. Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and a track record of delivering measurable commercial benefits in complex organisations is highly important.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated procurement professional to influence strategic business outcomes, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to a high performing procurement function.