Category Manager - Renewable
AU
- Work in a role with real impact across the organisation
- Base salary $190,026, plus 16.5% Super | Haymarket location
- 6 month Fixed term contract
About Ausgrid – we’re wired for good
We’re the largest distributor of electricity on Australia’s east coast, which means over two million homes and businesses rely on our good work. We’re here at the heart of the energy transition, and we’re driven by a powerful purpose to make electricity accessible for all.
Everyone’s job is important here. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
See yourself working here?
Are you a commercially savvy procurement professional ready to take ownership of high-impact categories and influence enterprise-wide outcomes? We’re looking for a Category Manager to join our Procurement team on a six-month fixed term basis.
This role will report to our Senior Category Manager, based in the Haymarket office and the team sits within the broader Finance function.
About the role
You will lead end-to-end procurement activities including sourcing, leading negotiations while managing cross-functional teams to ensure initiatives are delivered successfully. The category focuses are supporting sourcing of renewable energy equipment, balance of plant and related civils works and services.
This is a highly visible role where you’ll act as a trusted advisor to the business, leveraging your commercial acumen to shape decisions, resolve challenges, and unlock value.
What you’ll be doing
• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including market engagement, tendering, and leading contract negotiations.
• Develop and execute category strategies and supplier relationship plans.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver commercially sound, innovative procurement solutions.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to meet business objectives.
• Identify opportunities to optimise cost, improve performance, and enhance supply outcomes.
• Manage risk and ensure compliance with procurement frameworks and governance.
• Lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
• Provide insights and reporting to support strategic decision-making.
What you’ll bring
• Proven experience in category management, strategic sourcing, and procurement
• Strong commercial acumen, with demonstrated ability to negotiate and deliver value
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including at senior levels
• Ability to manage multiple projects and complex problem-solving environments
• Strong communication skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• A degree in Business, Commerce, Law, Technology (or equivalent experience)
Highly regarded experience
• Experience in BESS, renewables, or related civils works and services
• Knowledge of battery supply chains, energy markets, or emerging storage technologies
• Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation
• MCIPS or similar professional accreditation.
Life at Ausgrid
At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, our benefits support your work here, and your life out there.
Celebrate success every day with our employee recognition program to bring out each other’s best. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you’ll keep wherever you go.
We’re proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if you’re caring for elderly parents, our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life.
If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au.
Application close date: Friday 12th June (please note, this date is subject to early closure). Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.
We are not accepting agency submissions at this time.
By applying, you may be considered for a Talent Pool to support future opportunities over the next 12 months.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about delivering strategic value, building strong partnerships, and influencing business outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.