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Melbourne
CPA Australia
Category Manager
Posted: 26 February
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About the role

Reporting to our Head of Procurement, Property and Facilities, you will be responsible for providing commercial acumen, leadership and strategic direction across a portfolio of indirect supply categories. You will be responsible for providing specialist advice to business stakeholders in the planning and execution of key procurement initiatives, with a focus on achieving high quality, fit for purpose sourcing outcomes that drive value for money for CPA Australia.

This is an initial fixed term contract until June 2027.

Your day to day duties will include
* Lead sourcing activities including tenders, RFPs and RFQs.
* Negotiate complex commercial arrangements to achieve value for money.
* Draft and manage contracts in collaboration with Legal.
* Identify cost savings and efficiency opportunities.
* Monitor supplier performance, manage issues and mitigate risks.
* Develop and manage category strategies aligned to business needs.
* Provide regular reporting on benefits, risks and opportunities.
* Build strong stakeholder relationships and embed early procurement engagement.
About you
* 5+ years' procurement experience with end‐to‐end sourcing capability.
* Strong commercial, negotiation and contract management skills.
* Proven ability to deliver strategic sourcing outcomes.
* Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management.
* Strong analytical capability and attention to detail.
* Advanced MS Office skills.
* Collaborative, organised, resilient and proactive "can‐do" mindset.
Why We Love Working at CPA Australia

At CPA Australia, we're proud of our vibrant, values‐led culture. We live by our core values: Create Opportunity, Pursue Excellence, and Achieve Together—and they shape everything we do.

Here's what makes working here special:

* Inclusive culture – We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.
* People‐first culture – Work alongside passionate, like‐minded professionals who strive to be their best.
* Hybrid flexibility – Enjoy the balance of working from home and in the office (minimum two days onsite).
* Wellbeing matters – Access health and wellbeing sessions, learning labs, and a generous reward and recognition program.
* Supportive benefits – Paid parental, volunteer, and study leave, plus the option to purchase additional leave.
* Career growth – Take advantage of learning and professional development opportunities.
* Global mindset – Be part of a truly international organisation with over 20 offices around the world.
* Incentives that reward you – Participate in our annual incentive scheme.
* Fast‐paced and purpose‐driven – Thrive in a dynamic environment where your work makes a difference to our members and the profession.
About us

CPA Australia is Australia's leading professional accounting body and one of the largest in the world. We have more than 175,000 members in over 100 countries and regions. Our core services include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia provides thought leadership on local, national and international issues affecting the accounting profession and public interest. We engage with governments, regulators and industries to advocate policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth and have positive business and public outcomes.

We are a values‐based organisation underpinned by the CPA Australia Way, which is our commitment to each other and a way of working. It is the foundation of our success, experienced and lived by our people, and felt by members.

How do I apply?

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To learn more about CPA Australia and other opportunities, please visit our Careers page at https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/about-cpa-australia/work-with-us/careers.

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