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Senior Category Specialist - Technology
Fortescue
Perth, AUS
Senior · 5+ years experience
Onsite
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- Develop and maintain category strategies, market plans and sourcing pipelines for technology and AI spend, aligned with business priorities and Fortescue’s procurement requirements. Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including market engagement, RFx design, evaluation, negotiations, recommendations and contract award. Shape commercial arrangements for technology products and services, including software and SaaS subscriptions, cloud consumption, data and AI platforms, implementation services and support. Assess pricing models, licensing terms, total cost of ownership, commercial flexibility and renewal exposure; identify opportunities to improve value and reduce cost. Develop negotiation strategies and lead supplier negotiations covering price, service levels, warranties, liability, intellectual property, data use, renewal and exit rights. Work with technical and business stakeholders to define requirements, evaluate options and select solutions that meet operational, architectural and service needs. Partner with cyber security, privacy, legal, risk and responsible AI stakeholders to assess supplier, data, AI, intellectual property, resilience and regulatory risks and agree appropriate controls. Manage supplier relationships and performance, including commercial reviews, service outcomes, risk actions, contract changes and continuous improvement. Monitor technology and AI market developments, supplier capability and commercial trends to inform sourcing decisions and category plans. Track sourcing milestones, savings, benefits, commitments and risks, and provide clear analysis and updates to stakeholders and leaders. Maintain accurate procurement records and contribute to fit-for-purpose sourcing tools, templates, policies and procedures. Qualifications and Experience 5+ years demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing, category management and contract management for technology products or services; Within Energy/ Mining or Technology, advantageous. Experience leading complex technology sourcing and negotiations, with a sound understanding of software licensing, SaaS, cloud or technology services commercial models. AI commercial models and terms experience, advantageous. Experience developing category strategies, market analysis, sourcing plans and commercial recommendations using spend, pricing and supplier data. Ability to assess total cost of ownership, pricing structures, contract terms, supplier performance and value realisation. Understanding of technology supplier risks, including cyber security, privacy, data handling, intellectual property, service resilience and supplier dependency. Experience with AI, data or emerging technology procurement is desirable, including awareness of issues such as data rights, model use, transparency and responsible AI governance. Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical teams. Confident analytical and documentation skills, including experience with Excel and Power BI. A qualification in supply chain, procurement, business, commerce, information technology or a related discipline is desirable. A commitment to Fortescue’s vision and values.
Qualifications
- 5+ years demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing, category management and contract management for technology products or services; Within Energy/ Mining or Technology, advantageous. Experience leading complex technology sourcing and negotiations, with a sound understanding of software licensing, SaaS, cloud or technology services commercial models. AI commercial models and terms experience, advantageous. Experience developing category strategies, market analysis, sourcing plans and commercial recommendations using spend, pricing and supplier data. Ability to assess total cost of ownership, pricing structures, contract terms, supplier performance and value realisation. Understanding of technology supplier risks, including cyber security, privacy, data handling, intellectual property, service resilience and supplier dependency. Experience with AI, data or emerging technology procurement is desirable, including awareness of issues such as data rights, model use, transparency and responsible AI governance. Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical teams. Confident analytical and documentation skills, including experience with Excel and Power BI. A qualification in supply chain, procurement, business, commerce, information technology or a related discipline is desirable. A commitment to Fortescue’s vision and values. About Us Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever. Our Commitment Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. https://fortescue.com/careers Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub. Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.
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