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Category Management - Specialist

Water Corporation

Principal supplier of water, wastewater, drainage and bulk irrigation services across Western Australia

Provide strategic sourcing, category management, and contract oversight for high-value procurement.

7d ago

A$135,693 - A$135,693

Intermediate (4-7 years)

Full Time

Leederville, Western Australia, Australia

Hybrid

Company Size

2,746 Employees

Service Specialisms

Water Supply

Wastewater Management

Sewerage Services

Engineering

Design

Infrastructure Development

Operations & Maintenance

Sustainability Solutions

Sector Specialisms

Water Supply

Wastewater

Drainage

Irrigation

Bulk Water Supply

Drainage Systems Management

Flood Prevention

Land Use Optimization

Role

What you would be doing

sourcing strategy

process knowledge

coaching

legal liaison

contract management

market research

Developing sourcing strategies through consultation with Contract Owners, key stakeholders, and Team Lead – Category Management to ensure alignment with corporation goals and objectives.
Maintaining a sound understanding of business process value chains and operational methodologies (within assigned categories) to ensure a credible and commercially translatable knowledge of technical requirements.
Providing coaching and mentoring in line with category management processes within the team
Liaising with Legal for negotiation of legal departures
Acting as the Corporations representative for all notices, variations, amendments, and disputes to ensure formal communications are managed in accordance with contract terms and conditions so that Water Corporations interests are protected.
Conducting research, developing commercial prototypes, analysis of ‘price’ and ‘demand’ levers, and exploiting supply market intelligence to develop commercially advantageous sourcing strategies for approval.

What you bring

cips

degree

strategic sourcing

category management

negotiations

contract mgmt

CIPS qualification (or working towards it) is highly regarded
A degree in Commerce, Supply Chain, Law, Engineering or a related field
Experience preparing sourcing strategies, procurement plans, award recommendations, and board submissions
Knowledge of WA Public Sector Procurement processes
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in strategic sourcing and category management
Experience working in large, multi-disciplinary or geographically dispersed organisations (e.g., engineering, mining, utilities)
Proven ability to conduct market research, develop commercial strategies, manage complex procurements, and lead high-value negotiations
Solid background in post-award contract and supplier performance management for complex commercial arrangements

Benefits

Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.
A Full-time, three months fixed term position with true flexibility.
Be supported as you return to work after an extended break with specialist coaching and mentoring.
Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
$135,693 plus super.

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Security clearance

medical assessment
qualification verification
police clearance
australian working rights check

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Company

Overview

2.6M km²

Operating Area

The company spans across a vast region of 2.6 million square kilometers, ensuring water supply and management across Western Australia.

40% Desalination & Groundwater

Water Sources

Approximately 40% of Perth’s water supply comes from desalination and groundwater sources, supporting the region's needs.

100Bn Liters Recycled

Groundwater Replenishment

The company recycles 100 billion liters of water annually, enhancing groundwater supplies.

With roots dating back to 1996, this state‑owned utility has evolved from the Water Authority into the backbone of WA’s water life.
Boasting projects like the new Victoria Dam (built 1990–91 using fly‑ash RCC) and Aboriginal community upgrades, its engineering legacy is vast.
Financed through customer revenue, most surplus funds are channeled back to the government or reinvested in projects.
Its asset footprint spans dams, desalination plants, groundwater networks and irrigation schemes like the Ord and Gascoyne.
Its operations span regional towns (from Karratha to Albany), underscoring its mission to keep WA’s communities flowing.
An unexpected highlight: its workforce embraces five‑year flexible leave cycles, letting staff recharge creatively.

Culture + Values