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Clerk Grade 11/12 Salary $139,787 - $161,663 pa, plus employer''s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loadingYour roleAs Category Manager, Human Services, these two categories will fall under your remit, managing these areas as part of a wider Procurement team within DCJ. You will be responsible for managing a team of staff under this category, while also working collaboratively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. The Category Manager is responsible for procurement processes, systems, training and reporting.The Procurement Team''s primary focus is to support and deliver cost effective procurement activities to achieve government objectives.What you''ll doAs part of the Procurement team within Finance and Procurement Services division, you will provide leadership and direction in the categories under management, including supply market management and development, strategic planning and execution, and contract and risk management activities, to meet business needs.Some of the key responsibilities are (but not limited to):Develop, lead and execute category plans and sourcing strategies based on research and analysis to optimise value for money outcomes and meet stakeholder needs and expectationsIdentify and manage commercial, contractual, operational, financial reputational, ethical and supply chain risks to minimise negative impacts on category objectives while encouraging opportunity and innovationLead negotiations on high impact, complex supply arrangements and contract issues to deliver better category outcomesProvide expert advice to key stakeholders on all aspects of procurement and the procurement category, to encourage innovative practices and support delivery of business and policy directionsDevelop and implement category management plan to meet business needs, enhance stakeholder engagement, and challenge and motivate providers to optimise service outcomesLead and manage the category management team and cross-functional working groups to achieve a high-level of performance, integration and consistency in procurement across the categoryWhat we''re looking forThe ideal candidate for this role will be an experienced Manger with exceptional time management skills. You will have a strong knowledge of NSW Procurement Framework and experience managing contracts in a fast-paced environment. You will have a strong knowledge of current procurement policies and exceptional stakeholder management skills and customer service.In addition, you will also demonstrate:A strong knowledge of NSW Procurement frameworkA strong knowledge of Procurement policies and proceduresExperience in systems including Procurement Central highly desiredWhat We OfferWe offer a variety of benefits, including:A challenging and rewarding careerFlexible, autonomous work environmentCompetitive pay and conditionsTraining and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilitiesHealth & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.We do work that really mattersWorking for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We''re focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It''s work that really matters.Are you ready to join us?Applications close Monday, 19th February 2024 at 11:59pm AEST.Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruitWe continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.Other InformationA talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr