Category Manager

TPG Telecom started with a belief that we can make things better for Australians. We believe in the power of meaningful relationships to support vibrant, connected communities where everyone belongs. It’s our why; our reason to exist. Now, we’re proud to be one of Australia’s leading mobile and internet providers. We’re not just redefining telco, we’re changing its course. And you play a role in that. A big one. The opportunities are plenty for those who are ready to accept the challenge.

Could that be you?

Your opportunity:

The Category Manager - Networks reports to the Head of Network Procurement within the Procurement Team. You will work collaboratively to manage commercial engagements and drive value for TPG Telecom Networks team.

You'll make impact by:

• Manage the portfolio of vendors and their engagements across the Network portfolio working closely with the relevant business owners to deliver optimal value to TPG.
• Identify and manage the delivery of savings and cost reduction initiatives without compromising business objectives or quality or service/scope.
• Lead commercial negotiations with vendors to ensure optimum outcomes whilst ensuring that our dealings with vendors meet the highest professional and ethical standards.
• Manage and lead RFx processes, negotiations and conclusion of contracts with suppliers working with Legal and internal stakeholders to ensure the business requirements are met.
• Complete regular reviews of Vendor arrangements to ensure the fulfilment of all contractual obligations, the delivery of business value and the resolution of any disputes or non-compliance via the governance process.
• Provide commercial advice in relation to managing the lifecycle of vendors and their contractual agreements.
• Responsibility for maintaining a consolidated vendor base, leveraging scale and value and managing non-performing or redundant vendors.
• Identify and evaluate potential future suppliers to be included in future RFx processes
• Review and approval of purchase requisitions within certain categories to ensure orders adhere to supplier agreements.
• Work collaboratively with all TPG key stakeholders within the OneTech - Networks business areas and other key functions
• Support business owners to ensure a successful transition of vendors into or out of TPG.
• Demonstrating best practice procurement and implementing category strategies across various business areas and spend categories that will support the delivery of the TPG business strategies.
• Support initiatives related to procurement transformation processes and systems improvement.
• We are all responsible for taking reasonable care of our own safety and wellbeing at work, and to avoid adversely affecting the safety and wellbeing of another person at work.
• Always be on the lookout to improve the way we work, and speak up with suggestions for a better way, with the aim of exceeding our customers’ expectations.
• Protect the brand, reputation and profitability of TPG by maintaining the confidentiality, integrity and availability of its information assets and information systems.
• Be familiar with policies and procedures, as well as completing any associated training, as communicated or made available on the intranet and our learning systems.
  

What you’ll bring:

• Procurement Experience: Strong commercial and negotiation skills with procurement experience in the Telecoms industry. Proven ability to lead complex RFx processes. Category management experience desirable
• Education and Experience: Commercial degree qualified or equivalent desirable. Experience/qualification in engineering or proven experience in the field desirable.
• Supplier Performance Management: Experience managing complex supplier contracts and supplier performance.
• Analytical Skills: Proven reasoning skills capabilities.
• Results orientated: Track record for delivering against demanding targets, with emphasis on costs savings, cost avoidance and improvement in working capital.
• Stakeholder Management: Demonstrable record of effective engagement with stakeholders and a well-developed ability to communicate and present to senior management and executive levels.
• Communication Skills: Well-developed written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Policies and Processes: Sound understanding of purchasing policies and processes.
• ERP experience: Experience in ERP and P2P solutions. Oracle ideal
  

What's in it for you?

• Flexible hybrid way of working (from home and office)
• ‘Stay Connected Mobile’ – Access to a free mobile plan
• ‘Stay Connected NBN’ – Access to a free, high‑speed NBN plan (up to 500 Mbps)
• ‘Your Leave’ - additional leave to be used whenever you like - every year
• Access to TPG Learning Hub platform and internal development opportunities
• Access to Corporate Partner Discounts

Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s OK! At TPG Telecom, we’re all about creating an accessible workplace where everybody feels safe to bring their authentic self to work - regardless of background. If you think this role is a great fit for you but some of the qualifications don’t align with your experience, we still encourage you to apply - you might just be the perfect candidate for a similar role with us! Learn more about life at TPG Telecom here.

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