Corporate Careers

Lead and direct ICT procurement planning, category plans, development, sourcing, contract and risk management activities across icare

• Deliver and execute on sourcing strategies, and strategic procurement activities
• 12 Month Fixed Term Contract, Sydney CBD location
• Hybrid working environment, competitive remuneration

About the Role

This role is responsible for developing, leading, and executing sourcing plans and activities, based on research and analysis to optimize value-for-money outcomes and meet stakeholder needs and expectations. You will also assist in the management of a team of procurement staff to deliver procurement outcomes.

Benefits

• A corporate wellbeing program with subsidised gym membership, free flu vaccinations and health check programs
• icare day – access to an extra day’s leave
• Comprehensive learning and development support aligned to icare’s Core Capabilities.
• Our People Awards - On-the-spot Recognition, Quarterly Values Awards & Our People Annual Awards
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Duties

It’s an exciting time at icare where no two days are the same; as a Senior Category Manager ICT you will:

• Develop, lead and execute category plans and sourcing strategies based on research and analysis to optimise value for money outcomes and meet stakeholder needs and expectations.
• Lead negotiations on high impact, complex supply arrangements and contract issues to deliver better category outcomes.
• Provide expert advice to key stakeholders on all aspects of procurement and the procurement category, to encourage innovative practices and support delivery of business and policy directions.
• Lead the development and implementation of policies, procedures, systems and performance management frameworks for all procurement related activity to ensure a high level of professional practice and deliver compliant, effective and efficient procurement outcomes.
• Develop and implement procurement plans and strategies to meet business needs, enhance stakeholder engagement, and challenge and motivate providers to optimise service outcomes.
• Assist in the management of procurement staff to successfully deliver procurement business plans and achieve optimal outcomes from procurement activity.

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience in ICT procurement and knowledge of software, hardware, telecommunications, cloud and managed services
• Proven success developing and implementing category strategies
• Experience leading complex, high-value sourcing and tender processes across large enterprises
• Strong contract negotiation and vendor management experience
• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationship building skills
• Demonstrated experience leading, coaching and developing high-performing procurement or category management teams

Culture

We 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 Company

We 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. 

• For 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.

Please 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.