Category Specialist - Legal & InvestigationsCategory Specialist - Legal & InvestigationsJoin icare’s Strategic Partnering and Performance teamPermanent full time role | Open to candidates from Sydney, Parramatta, Gosford, Wollongong, NewcastleSalary GRADE 9/10, Starting from $120,000 + super, plus benefitsAbout the RoleThe Category Specialist – NI/TMF Legal & Investigations is responsible for the end-to-end management of assigned Workers Compensation Treasury Managed Fund (TMF) and Nominal Insurer (NI) schemes third party service provider (TPSP) categories and contracts.DutiesAs a Category Specialist – Legal & Investigations, you will:Maintain a constant emphasis on the core vision of icare, making the complex simple so our schemes deliver better outcomes for those we serve.Own the performance of the assigned categories by defining their role within icare, developing value propositions, and providing trusted, expert advice through data analysis and understanding supplier capabilities.Develop and implement strategic category plans and initiatives to meet business needs, enhance stakeholder engagement, and motivate providers to optimize service outcomes.Build and maintain strong stakeholder and supplier relationships to understand required business outcomes and provide expert recommendations on performance issues.Develop and promulgate appropriate supplier and category performance reports and coordinate supplier meetings and advisory groups.Monitor, report, and advise on performance and value for money within the defined categories.Skills & ExperienceDemonstrated extensive experience in category management or equivalent in a large and complex service industry organisation.Minimum 5 years’ category management experience or equivalent.Strong knowledge of category and stakeholder/supplier relationship management.Ability to analyze data and develop accurate conclusions to support the assigned categories.A willingness to understand the market and develop recommendations based on intelligence, insights, and trends.Experience in delivering category management activities consistent with relevant NSW Government legislative, probity, and policy requirements.Knowledge of SIRA and APRA regulations.CultureWe know our strength comes from the diversity of our people and would encourage people with different experiences and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to our people’s development so the people of NSW can thrive.About the CompanyWe care for the people of NSW, building confidence and trust so our communities can thrive. We make the complex simple, so our schemes deliver better outcomes for people and communities. Whether a person is severely injured in the workplace or on our roads, icare supports their long-term care needs to improve quality of life, including helping people return to work.Application ProcessFor more information about icare, visit our website.icare operates a direct sourcing model, so no agency introductions will be accepted.We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process.For any enquiries, kindly get in touch with TA Partner - ************@icare.nsw.gov.auEligibilityPlease note that you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport, or have unrestricted working rights to apply for this role.
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