About the role

This key role in the Supply Chain team will see you develop and implement contemporary category management strategies and methodologies to support TasNetworks’ corporate objectives through effective procurement and contract lifecycle management.

Through a strategic approach to category management with high quality negotiated outcomes, you will achieve sustainability in spend and optimise TasNetworks’ commercial position.

Utilising best practice approaches to category procurement, contract lifecycle management, and supplier relationship management you will develop and propose contemporary category strategies and risk mitigation opportunities to the Commercial Leader.

Ongoing consultation with internal clients and stakeholder management will ensure procurement strategies align with and support the successful delivery of Program of Work and capital investments.

About Us

At TasNetworks, we own, operate and maintain the electricity transmission and distribution network in Tasmania. We deliver a safe, efficient and reliable electricity supply to more than 285,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. We are Powering a bright future, it's in our DNA;

• We are our customers too
• Safety is at the heart of all we do
• We unify and respond to challenges
• Trusted to deliver
• We embrace diversity and forward thinking

What's on offer

This is a full time permanent opportunity. At TasNetworks we want to power a bright future for our people, our community and our customers. We offer a supportive work environment where safety is at the heart of everything we do. We offer our team excellent benefits including

• Great professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Paid volunteer days
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite gyms (or gym rebate if unavailable)
• All the equipment you'll need to be successful

We are proud to be work180 accredited, check us out here.

About you

To be a stand out in this role you will bring extensive experience in progressively senior roles within the Procurement and/or Contracts Management stream and a relevant tertiary qualification.

You will possess demonstrated experience in a leadership position along with strong financial awareness and capabilities and an ability to navigate complex problems with varied stakeholders.

Displaying the ability to develop and maintain positive professional relationships with various stakeholders, including internal clients, peers, and suppliers will be the fundamental to your success in this role.

Can you see yourself living here?

Based in Tasmania’s capital, historic Hobart/nipaluna will be a phenomenal base in order for you to succeed in this role. You will be situated on the gorgeous river Derwent with appealing world heritage wilderness areas just a stone’s throw away. Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to iconic settings such as Mona, Port Arthur and the historic Hobart Water Front.

How to apply

If this role and working at TasNetworks is of interest we look forward to hearing from you. TasNetworks is an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people. Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role, and an up to date resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click here.

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 20th November 2022

For further information about the role, please contact Laura.Spikula@Tasnetworks.com.au

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.