CategoryManager-StrategicProcurement&Supply

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. About the Opportunity The Category Manager ensures Griffith University’s financial integrity and procurement effectiveness by maximising value from contracts, suppliers, and assets. They leverage supplier capability and innovation to optimise outcomes, ensure compliance with policies and legislation, and strengthen buying power. They also provide strategic and operational advice on finance and procurement, collaborate with stakeholders to resolve complex issues, and ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities * Safeguard the University’s financial and procurement integrity, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements. * Implement category management strategies, including sourcing, supplier evaluation, and relationship management to drive value and efficiency. * Develop and execute category strategies, managing stakeholders, suppliers, and contracts in line with policies and legislation. * Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve strategic, operational, and transactional procurement challenges. * Build internal finance capability by guiding and supporting stakeholders to optimise procurement value. * Provide expert advice on financial investments, category strategies, and procurement frameworks. * Analyse data and market trends to identify opportunities for value creation across the supply chain. * Lead audit and quality assurance activities to ensure compliance and effective category management.