Are you a strategic procurement expert with a passion for delivering value and driving sustainable change? We are seeking an experienced Procurement Category Specialist to provide expert technical advice, manage key categories and vendors, whilst assisting in the development of robust procurement processes and policies. In this role, reporting to our General Counsel & Company Secretary you will be pivotal in building procurement capability, partnering with stakeholders, whilst ensuring our sourcing efforts deliver cost efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert procurement advice on planning, sourcing, policy development, systems, and supplier development to meet business needs.
• Lead the management of key procurement categories and vendors to ensure value for money and mitigate risk.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline procurement processes and enhance transparency.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop innovative sourcing strategies that challenge suppliers and drive competitive outcomes.
• Design and implement procurement strategies and performance metrics.
• Produce regular procurement reports and maintain transparent procurement resources for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure procurement activities align with Michael Hill’s sustainability objectives across People, Product, and Planet.
• Champion a continuous improvement culture to enhance procurement value and efficiency.

More about you:

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and strong commercial acumen.
• Advanced data analysis and reporting skills to support decision-making.
• Category planning with a focus on aligning to strategic objectives and KPIs.
• Development and delivery of category reporting and procurement insights.
• Experience managing end-to-end tender processes.
• Ability to work with legal teams to develop and negotiate contracts and governance documentation.
• Oversight of supplier governance and contract performance.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and implement meaningful change and improvements.

Required Experience:

• Strong procurement knowledge, including procurement practices, frameworks, and governance.
• High proficiency in systems and data analytics tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple objectives and engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Bachelors Degree in Business/ Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, Law or similar field desired but not essential.

Why join Michael Hill:

• Global exposure, working from the global support centre here in Brisbane.
• Be part of a business that values innovation and a strategic approach to procurement.
• Access development opportunities and take a leading role in shaping procurement excellence.
• State of the art modern office, located in Cannon Hill, with complimentary parking.
• Amazing discounts on our beautiful products!
• Rewards gateway offering a wide variety of discounts, Private health discounts, access to Fleet partners (novated lease) and many more perks!