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Location:  Brisbane

Remuneration/Benefit: Negotiable on experience

 About the Role:
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Category Adviser to join our Procurement and Enterprise Services team. This role is positioned within the Bulk and Containerised Freight sector, overseeing procurement for Above Rail categories, including Mobile Plant & Equipment and Bulk and Containerised Freight. Additionally, this role provides procurement support for Growth and Strategic Projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with business goals.
• Lead medium complexity sourcing activities, contract negotiations, warranty, and dispute resolution processes.
• Manage relationships and contracts with Tier 2, 3, and 4 suppliers. Support the Category Management Leader with Tier 1 suppliers.
• Work closely with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks related to category management and sourcing.
• Monitor and report on benefits and performance outcomes related to procurement activities.
• Ensure adherence to relevant legislation and corporate policies. Drive continuous improvement initiatives with a strong commercial and business acumen.

About You:

• Substantial experience in negotiating and managing commercial relationships within an ASX-listed company.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field (preferred).
• Nationally recognized commercial accreditation (e.g., CIPS, CA, CPA, CFA) is advantageous.
• High competence in SAP (purchasing) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong technical knowledge in procurement and supply chain management.
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and consultation skills to build and maintain productive relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in analysing data sets to measure benefits and performance.

What we offer you:             

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. 

Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities.
• Access to mentoring and development programs.
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
• Parental leave program and super booster.

About Aurizon.

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Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets. 

Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture.

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.

To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers