Location: Brisbane | Hybrid
Remuneration/Benefit: Negotiable
Aurizon is seeking an experienced Category Lead to join the Procurement & Enterprise Services team on a 2‑year fixed‑term contract, covering a period of maternity leave.
This role is ideal for a commercially strong procurement professional with excellent project management capability, who enjoys working across complex, enterprise‑wide initiatives and partnering closely with the business to deliver outcomes.
About the role
Reporting to the Manager, Procurement Partnering – Bulk & Containerised Freight, you will be responsible for delivering end‑to‑end strategic procurement, contract management and supplier performance outcomes across the Freight & Logistics category.
This role is particularly well‑suited to someone with strong project management capability, as you will support multiple concurrent initiatives, growth projects and strategic programs across the enterprise.
Key responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end source‑to‑contract activities, including sourcing strategy development, negotiation, contract execution and supplier performance management
- Act as the Category relationship lead for Freight & Logistics, partnering with senior stakeholders to understand business objectives and manage commercial risk
- Drive project‑based procurement outcomes, supporting strategic, growth and transformation initiatives across the business
- Manage Tier 1 supplier relationships, ensuring strong commercial outcomes, performance, compliance and value delivery
- Identify and deliver cost savings, commercial benefits and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, corporate governance and procurement frameworks
What we’re looking for
- Demonstrated experience in a Category Lead, Senior Procurement or Commercial leadership role, ideally within a large or complex organisation
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, shifting priorities and stakeholder expectations
- Proven ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders across the business
- Solid commercial acumen with experience in negotiation, contract management and supplier performance
- Experience leading and developing teams
- Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce or a related field
- Experience as a Procurement or Supply Chain consultant at a Tier 1 or 2 professional services firm will be highly regarded
Why join Aurizon
- Step into a visible, trusted Category Lead role with real impact
- Gain exposure to enterprise‑wide projects and strategic initiatives
- Supportive, collaborative procurement environment
- Fixed‑term opportunity offering stability and scope to make your mark
What we offer you:
At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.
Some of our benefits include:
- Development and growth opportunities.
- Access to mentoring and development programs.
- Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
- Parental leave program and super booster.
About Aurizon.
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Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.
Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture.
At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.
To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers
