INTERNAL ONLY - CATEGORY SPECIALIST

Personnel Area: Corporate Services

Branch: Strategic Procurement

Salary Range: (Band 6) AUD $112,055.00 - $123,989.00 plus superannuation and benefits.

Remuneration stated is for full-time positions

Work type: Temporary full-time up to 2 years

The Strategic Procurement branch within the Corporate Services group sources and manages contracts and Brisbane City Council’s procurement of goods, services, and works to deliver the best outcomes for Brisbane.

As a Category Specialist, you will provide expertise and strategic leadership in category management for medium-risk, medium-value contracts and key suppliers. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimise the value chain, conduct spend and financial analysis, manage demand, oversee contracts, and maintain strong supplier relationships. The role also contributes to procurement policies and the development and implementation of category plans that deliver value for money for Council. Higher-complexity categories may also be managed with support from Principal Category Specialists.

To be considered, you will have:

• experience in strategic sourcing, procurement planning, and contract management across multiple spend categories
• skilled in market analysis, supplier evaluation, and value chain optimisation, and developing and implementing sourcing strategies
• knowledge of end-to-end contract lifecycle, including negotiation, execution, compliance monitoring, and supplier performance management
• ability to monitor category performance, manage supply risks, and ensure continuity of supply
• strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, and government stakeholders, and
• familiarity with procurement policies, demand management, and contract management systems.

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g., Logistics, Procurement, Commerce, or Business) and/or MCIPS accreditation, along with a strong understanding of contract law and the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislative requirements, are highly desirable.

Due to the requirements of this role a criminal history may be undertaken on preferred applicants. A criminal history does not necessarily preclude an applicant from appointment.

Please consider the full position descriptions, and tailor your cover letter and resume to outline your suitability.

Benefits of working for Council include:

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
• free gym and wellness centre
• award winning superannuation fund
• generous leave provisions
• competitive salary. 

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

*Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility.

For more information: Please call Nicola Martufi, Talent Partner on 07 3178 8837.

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Thursday 25 September 2025 at 11:55pm AEST

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.

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