Transgrid is powering the energy future and we're looking for a driven Category Manager, Procurement Lead to help make it happen.
In this high-impact role, you will shape and execute category strategies across critical growth areas including Transmission Lines, Substations, Energy Storage, Digital infrastructure, Connections and Non-Network solutions. You will own end-to-end category performance, driving commercial value, supplier excellence and whole-of-life outcomes across major infrastructure programs.
We're looking for a commercially sharp procurement professional with experience in major projects and complex infrastructure environments. You bring strong category management capability, sound commercial judgement, and the ability to influence and collaborate in a highly matrixed organisation.
This is your opportunity to contribute to nationally significant infrastructure, enable the energy transition and deliver real impact.
About you
* Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate discipline and/or minimum of 5 years' experience in comparable industries
* Experience in major projects, including working with and managing original equipment manufacturers and understanding critical high and medium voltage design and associated connections.
* Strong commercial acumen with experience in category management and procurement
* Demonstrated understanding of procurement processes, commercial frameworks, and risk allocation.
* Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce category strategies, supplier and market trend reports.
If you're ready to lead, influence and build value at scale — we'd love to hear from you.
Our Values
Transgrids core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrids people, who embody them every day.
Recognition & Reward
We believe in providing our people personal, professional and social benefits so that they can deliver their best work every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, flexible workplace policies, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more!
Applications close on Sunday 8th March 2026. Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, and we will assess applications as they are received.
Join us in shaping the future of Australia's energy network. Apply today and be a key part of the transition to a sustainable energy future.
Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas
We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model.
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