Hybrid Working Model - Sydney based role currently 2-3 days per week in officeNegotiate and manage contracts in accordance with Westpac’s principles and processesHow will I help?Join our Banking Services and Group Functions team as a Senior Category Manager and play a vital role in supporting our dynamic Consumer Finance teams. Your portfolio will principally include Loyalty & Cards allowing you to drive value and create innovative solutions. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to support other portfolios, broadening your impact and versatility within our dynamic and supportive environment.The purpose of your role will be to develop and execute strategic and innovative category solutions. Your role is required to build on external partnerships to deliver sustainable value whilst collaborating with internal business partners to deliver. Proven experience in delivering complex projects and managing multiple cross-functional stakeholders will help you succeed in this role.Key Responsibilities include:Proactively take accountability for any categories of spend as assigned including all commodities/services included with the category, contracts and sourcing activities and partner relationships associated with the categoryFormulate and drive strategic category strategies, aligning them with overarching business objectivesResearch and understand external market to provide key insights, collaborate with internal business partners to develop requirements and identify opportunities for cost savings, improved process efficiency and demand managementConduct and lead sourcing processes and direct negotiationsCultivate and strengthen external partnerships, establishing long-term strategic relationships that support business goalsEnsure the delivery of sustainable commercial, financial, and risk management benefits to the Group, driving continuous improvement and value creationPlease note this is a 12 month opportunity.What do I need?Experienced Senior procurement professional within a corporate structure, ideally from a banking/financial servicesProven experience in category management, strategic sourcing and commercial negotiationsExperience with contract management, third party management including risk and governance managementA high level of stakeholder engagementA can-do attitude and willingness to further develop your procurement skillsAre you a seasoned Procurement professional with comprehensive knowledge of end-to-end procurement processes and outstanding stakeholder management skills? If so, we want to hear from you! Bring your expertise to our team and make a lasting impact.What’s it like to work there?We are a collaborative team of passionate people with a shared ambition to make a difference for our customers, our communities and each other. At Westpac, making a difference means creating impact, unlocking our own and each other’s passions, and transformative success stories to create better futures together.As well as competitive remuneration and a great culture, joining the Westpac family gives you access to a wide range of employee benefits to help you manage your priorities - whether that means family life, work/life balance, ambition to grow or all the little perks in between.We’ll empower you to shape your career path. Through personalised upskilling, mentoring, and training opportunities, you’re in control of where you start and how you’ll grow.As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to have created a culture and work environment that values diversity and flexibility – and champions inclusion.Start here. Just click on the APPLY or APPLY NOW button.
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