Title:  Category Manager

About Veolia

Join a global leader in environmental sustainability and shape procurement strategy across diverse projects. This autonomous role offers flexible working and competitive benefits while driving meaningful change.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Category Manager for our Procurement Team. You'll partner with stakeholders across multiple categories to plan, develop, source and manage procurement processes that optimize value with strategic suppliers.

Lead sourcing strategies (RFP, negotiation) for key categories including Fleet, Direct/Indirect Goods and Services, Supply Chain Operations, Professional Services, Property, Heavy Equipment, and Technology. Drive simultaneous projects while building strong cross-functional relationships.

What's on offer

• Diverse role managing complex projects across multiple procurement categories

• Exposure to operational, capital, and services expenditure

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Autonomous role with flexible working arrangements including work from home

• Attractive remuneration and comprehensive benefits

• Work on sustainability-focused procurement initiatives with a global environmental leader

What you'll be responsible for

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes and supplier relationships

• Develop and implement category management strategies delivering value and meeting stakeholder needs

• Identify cost savings,through robust data analysis, process and operational improvements, and sustainability enhancements

• Maintain category insights including market intelligence, spend analysis, and risk management

• Drive supplier consolidation and standardization initiatives

• Champion sustainability and social procurement initiatives

What you'll need to be successful

• 5+ years in Procurement Category Management or supply chain

• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, negotiation, and contract management

• Strong project management experience across multiple concurrent projects

• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills

• Strong analytical capabilities and data-driven decision making

• Understanding of sustainability principles in procurement

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Tertiary qualification and professional procurement certification (desirable)

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

• Generous paid parental leave and paid volunteer days

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

• Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family

• Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts

• Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan

• Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers.

We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information