Category Specialist

Epiroc
Australia
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Procurement & SourcingExperience: 5+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Analytical skills","Stakeholder management","Negotiation","Continuous improvement","Results-driven"]

Lead procurement initiatives for drilling and reverse-circulation components and consumables in a fast-moving manufacturing environment. Define and execute category strategies, build and maintain a high-performing supplier base, and ensure delivery schedules align to production needs. Drive cost-reduction and continuous improvements, manage supplier relationships and contract negotiations, and partner with global sourcing teams to improve supply chain solutions and support product development.

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Epiroc
Epiroc
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Category Specialist

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Job Summary

Lead procurement initiatives for drilling and reverse-circulation components and consumables in a fast-moving manufacturing environment. Define and execute category strategies, build and maintain a high-performing supplier base, and ensure delivery schedules align to production needs. Drive cost-reduction and continuous improvements, manage supplier relationships and contract negotiations, and partner with global sourcing teams to improve supply chain solutions and support product development.
Location: Australia
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Procurement & Sourcing
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Define and execute category strategies aligned with internal needs and supplier market dynamics.
  • •Build and maintain a high-performing, sustainable supplier base.
  • •Ensure supplier delivery schedules align with production requirements to prevent delays or shortages.
  • •Conduct regular supplier visits to assess capabilities, quality systems, and alignment with standards.
  • •Lead cost reduction initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and oversee contract negotiations. (Includes partnering with global sourcing teams and supporting product development and continuous improvement.)

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Income ProtectionPaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or similar.
  • •Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or category management, preferably in drilling, mining, or heavy-equipment sectors.
  • •Deep knowledge of strategic sourcing, heavy-mid-light fabrication, contract negotiation, and supplier segmentation.
  • •Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with ability to build category workbooks and long-term plans.
  • •Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement with a proactive, results-driven mindset.
Experience:5+ yearsManufacturingProcurementSupplier managementMiningHeavy equipmentDrillingHeavy fabrication
Education:Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business (or similar)
Skills:Analytical skillsStakeholder managementNegotiationContinuous improvementResults-driven

Company Brief

Epiroc
Designs, manufactures and services equipment, tools and solutions for mining and infrastructure industries, including rock drilling rigs, excavation tools, and aftermarket services to improve productivity and sustainability.
Industry: Mining & Metals
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Stockholm, Sweden
Founded: 2018
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