Procurement Category Manager

The Opportunity: At Martin Brower, we keep the world’s most iconic brands moving. Our supply chain is dynamic, fast-paced and built on strong partnerships—and we’re looking for someone who can help shape how we manage and optimise our indirect spend across ANZ. This is a great opportunity to step into a Category Manager role offering real exposure across a broad range of indirect spend including labour hire, facilities management (waste management, pest control and cleaning), consumables (packaging and PPE/workwear), fleet and logistics, professional services, consignment stock arrangements, tail-end spend, and broader operational requirements. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, ANZ, you’ll partner closely with stakeholders to improve how we source, manage suppliers and deliver value across the business, while gaining hands-on experience across category strategy, sourcing and supplier management in a highly collaborative environment. Day to Day you will: Support the development and execution of category plans across indirect spend, with a focus on key areas including labour hire, fleet and logistics, facilities, and consumables Analyse spend, supplier performance and market insights to identify cost, service and value improvement opportunities Support end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFQs, supplier selection and commercial negotiations Build strong supplier relationships to improve service, value and reliability across core and tail-end spend categories Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into practical procurement solutions Monitor category performance, risks and opportunities, contributing to reporting and insights for stakeholders Contribute to process improvements, governance and consistency across procurement practices, including tail-end spend management Identify and deliver cost optimisation and value improvement initiatives across assigned categories About You: You’re a commercially minded procurement or supply chain professional who is ready to take the next step and build capability in category management. Experience in procurement, sourcing or supply chain within FMCG, logistics or distribution Exposure to indirect categories such as labour hire, facilities management, consumables, logistics, professional services, or similar areas is advantageous Experience in supplier management, sourcing activities or contract support Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data to inform decisions The ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across the business A proactive, curious mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Understanding of sustainable procurement practices and ethical standards Strong communication and organisational skills What We Offer: We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. Competitive salary and flexible working environment Reward programs and an exclusive employee discount portal Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Quarterly and annual recognition awards Monthly business wide updates and lunch at the functions Free onsite parking Paid parental leave Volunteer leave Ongoing Training and development Career Growth opportunities   Life at Martin Brower When you join Martin Brower, you're joining a global organisation where people come first. Guided by our C.A.R.E.S. values, we provide a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where our people can learn, grow and build rewarding careers. Whether you're working in our operations, driving our fleet, supporting our customers or enabling our business functions, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, wellbeing, continuous development and making a meaningful contribution every day. Diversity is our Strength We value the unique contributions of each and every member of our diverse Martin Brower family. Keeping in mind our core values and customer orientation, we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Background Check As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates are required to complete relevant pre-employment checks.
The Opportunity: At Martin Brower, we keep the world’s most iconic brands moving. Our supply chain is dynamic, fast-paced and built on strong partnerships—and we’re looking for someone who can help shape how we manage and optimise our indirect spend across ANZ. This is a great opportunity to step into a Category Manager role offering real exposure across a broad range of indirect spend including labour hire, facilities management (waste management, pest control and cleaning), consumables (packaging and PPE/workwear), fleet and logistics, professional services, consignment stock arrangements, tail-end spend, and broader operational requirements. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, ANZ, you’ll partner closely with stakeholders to improve how we source, manage suppliers and deliver value across the business, while gaining hands-on experience across category strategy, sourcing and supplier management in a highly collaborative environment. Day to Day you will: Support the development and execution of category plans across indirect spend, with a focus on key areas including labour hire, fleet and logistics, facilities, and consumables Analyse spend, supplier performance and market insights to identify cost, service and value improvement opportunities Support end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFQs, supplier selection and commercial negotiations Build strong supplier relationships to improve service, value and reliability across core and tail-end spend categories Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into practical procurement solutions Monitor category performance, risks and opportunities, contributing to reporting and insights for stakeholders Contribute to process improvements, governance and consistency across procurement practices, including tail-end spend management Identify and deliver cost optimisation and value improvement initiatives across assigned categories
About You: You’re a commercially minded procurement or supply chain professional who is ready to take the next step and build capability in category management. Experience in procurement, sourcing or supply chain within FMCG, logistics or distribution Exposure to indirect categories such as labour hire, facilities management, consumables, logistics, professional services, or similar areas is advantageous Experience in supplier management, sourcing activities or contract support Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data to inform decisions The ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across the business A proactive, curious mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Understanding of sustainable procurement practices and ethical standards Strong communication and organisational skills What We Offer: We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. Competitive salary and flexible working environment Reward programs and an exclusive employee discount portal Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Quarterly and annual recognition awards Monthly business wide updates and lunch at the functions Free onsite parking Paid parental leave Volunteer leave Ongoing Training and development Career Growth opportunities