Category Specialist - IT Products and Services

Job description

About us At CitiPower and Powercor and United Energy, we’re proud to deliver electricity to 2 million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we’re essential to them all – and none of this happens without our people. As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we’re focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand. If you want to be part of something essential, be essential with us. About the role: The Category Specialist plays a key role in shaping and delivering IT procurement strategies, working closely with the Category Manager to drive value and strong commercial outcomes. This role is perfect for someone with strong analytical thinking, commercial curiosity, and the aptitude to navigate complex supplier landscapes. You’ll build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, streamline procurement processes, and ensure cost‑effective, high‑quality outcomes across all third‑party IT products and services. With a focus on category planning, continuous improvement, and proactive contract risk mana...