Your opportunity:
The IT Category Manager reports to the Senior Category Manager – IT within the Procurement Team. You will work collaboratively to manage commercial engagements, and drive value for the TPG Telecom Technology teams.
The role is an integral part of the procurement team and will partner closely with the Technology teams to establish and maintain commercial relationships with vendors.
Responsibilities:
What you’ll bring:
- Commercial Degree qualified or equivalent desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and work with key business stakeholders.
- Experience negotiating and managing complex supplier contracts.
- Experience managing and leading RFx processes.
- Full understanding of the vendor lifecycle with strong knowledge of partnering arrangements.
- Exposure and/or experience within a purchasing/procurement environment with a sound understanding of procurement policies and procedures.
- Solutions focussed with strong commercial acumen/analytical skills.
- Experience delivering savings and cost avoidance activities through negotiation and scope discussion.
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’ - an additional 4 days of leave to be used whenever you like - every year
- Access to TPG Learning Hub platform and internal development opportunities
- Access to Corporate Partner Discounts
Come join us and build a better future. Apply today.
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! .
TPG Telecom also acknowledges the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation as the Traditional Custodians of lands and waterways where this office can be found in Barangaroo.
Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Managers kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. TPG Telecom is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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