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Global Category Manager (Technology) - South Bank, QLD
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Brand: Finance, Procurement, Legal, Privacy, Property
Work type: Full time
Location: Queensland
Categories: Wholesale & Product, Information & Technology, Leadership
You will be responsible for delivering tangible value through the comprehensive management of strategic sourcing initiatives. The role emphasises achieving savings—both direct and cost avoidance—while fostering robust stakeholder relationships, enhancing brand understanding, leveraging market intelligence, and promoting innovation. As Global Category Manager you will play an integral role in driving and supporting FCTG’s strategy and vision throughout the Business, focusing on our Global Technology spend.
Your Role & Responsibilities:
Be recognised as a trusted Business Partner and expert within FCTG for anything Procurement related
Build and maintain open and transparent relationships with Service Owners and Business Stakeholders at all levels
Provide regular updates on key strategies, projects, risks and continuous improvement programs
Support Service/Platform Owners in the facilitation of SRM initiatives
Support the management of supplier performance through contemporary tools and frameworks, including scorecards and performance reviews
Identify and support the development of strategic supplier relationships
Manage supplier risk through mitigation strategies and ensure continuity of supply
Continuously remain current with industry trends and new developments
Contribute to knowledge sharing with regional offices around the Globe
Facilitate and leverage subject matter expertise available through the supplier base
Active involvement in resulting transformation projects
Our Ideal Candidate:
Tertiary qualifications in Business, Procurement or IT
7+ years relevant procurement and Category Management experience
Strong Procurement, contract, and Supplier Management experience
Strong knowledge, understanding and experience in identifying contractual risks
Strong commercial acumen with a record of providing insightful business analysis
Exceptional track record building relationships with stakeholders and suppliers
Adaptable and ability to work with ambiguity
Strong negotiation skills, with the demonstrated ability to develop and effectively present coherent, well-structured negotiating positions
Strong knowledge of procurement governance and policies
What you'll Enjoy:
️Culture: you will be employed by an inclusive company that offers a team culture like no other in the industry -Flight Centre Travel Group Australia is proud to be a certifiedGreat Place To Work Australia New Zealand Pty Lt
Our People: FCTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability
Development:Individualised Learning & Development pathway options
Exclusive Staff Discounts:Accessible via our employee-only portal with 350+ of Australia’s leading retailers,health and wellness discounts, financial planning advice, employee share plan and more
Travel Discounts:Including family and friends - flights, hotels, tours, cruises, travel insurance and more
Brightness of Future:Career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses across theglobe -we promote from within
Corporate Health Discounts:Access exclusive discounts on health insurance plans for you and your family with our partner, BUPA, access to internal gym
Mental Health:Support and Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Social:Regular awards nights, social team-building and industry events, with the opportunity to attend global conferences (Los Angeles in 2025)
Giving Back:Corporate Social Responsibility program supporting nominated charities through Workplace Giving, volunteering and fundraising; paid parental and volunteer leave
Sustainability:The protection of our environment is essential to the future of tourism, as a leading travel group, we have made efforts to affect positive change to the environment
Our Talent Acquisition Team kindly requests no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Flight Centre Travel Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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