Category Support Analyst

Category Support provides Macquarie’s global Sourcing team with category support across a range of Procurement activities and to Sourcing teams in ANZ, Asia and EMEA. This work is largely driven by global category managers located in Sydney, and to regional teams in Hong Kong and London, as well as stakeholders throughout Macquarie Group globally.

Activities include conducting Sourcing events for new and renewal requirements for technology and non-technology categories, spend analysis, participation in, or leadership of, key projects within the Group Procurement team.

As part of the global Procurement team, you will be responsible for:

·      Running sourcing projects and delivering maximum value from these projects for your stakeholders and therefore for Macquarie.

·      Working closely with Global category leads, and sometimes at their direction, to delivery major category strategy initiatives

·      Working closely with Service Owners in delivering key business initiatives

Delivery and project management of tenders & commercial negotiations for high value projects or high risk services, aligning with global strategies and working closely with Global Category Leads and Service OwnersDeploying process automation initiatives for stakeholder benefits, e.g. Service Now and Coupa ContractsSupporting Global Category Leads in developing annual Category Plans and ongoing category managementContract lifecycle management and reportingMonthly spend reporting, analysis, and reviews for the category and with the Global Category lead, including development of presentations for stakeholder engagement. This ensures category strategies remain current.SME of Supplier Governance Policy and operations, incl. contractual & commercial knowledge to support queries and issue resolutionExperience of working in a procurement / sourcing function within large, complex multinational businesses – ideally Financial ServicesExperience of procurement, with knowledge of Finance, Tax and Contract related considerationsExperience in P2P and contract management operationsEnjoys and has experience working within a fast adapting and agile work environmentSkilled in managing internal stakeholder relations and global suppliers to deliver projectsStrong capabilities in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and WordStrong data analytical capabilities, with specific experience in Sourcing & Category Management reporting & analysis (desirable)Proactive and deliverable focused, with a dedication to delivering against hard deadlinesRelevant tertiary qualification supplemented by further qualifications is desirable.

At Macquarie, we value diversity of thought from people with different backgrounds. We’re always looking for people who share our drive for innovation, ideas and excellence.A career at Macquarie means you’ll have the opportunity to develop and utilise new skills, explore interesting fields and do challenging work that will impact the lives of people around the world—whether it’s accelerating the green energy transition, helping sustain global food supplies, financing social housing projects or investing in essential infrastructure. At Macquarie, we’re empowering people to innovate and invest for a better future.Our size and international presence mean your work can take you anywhere—across business groups, disciplines, sectors and borders. With employees and offices in 31 markets around the world, we’re a truly global organisation.Joining our team, you’ll be empowered to address unmet needs in our communities as we advise and invest alongside our clients and partners. You’ll also be encouraged to give back through the Macquarie Group Foundation which provides support to hundreds of community organisations each year through financial support, volunteering and skills sharing. Working with us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference.Macquarie is a global financial group providing clients with asset management, retail and business banking, wealth management, leasing and asset financing, market access, commodity trading, renewables development, specialist advisory, capital raising and principal investment.Own your careerIt’s up to you to drive your career – whether that means raising your hand for new opportunities or finding new business pursuits, we let our people decide which direction they want to take.Take on a new project; progress within your division; explore an opportunity in a different team; or relocate globally. You can choose a career route that’s as unique as you are.With our non-hierarchical, flat structure, your ideas are heard – whether you’re the most junior person or the most senior. Our teams are empowered to identify new approaches that allow us to grow our business.Learning and developmentWith both on-the-job learning and formal development programs, you’ll find ways to grow your knowledge and skills to develop your expertise. Our programs provide a range of options at all points in your career. This includes supporting employees wishing to further their education by providing financial assistance for further study.Flexible workingMacquarie offers a variety of flexible working options. We empower our staff to manage their professional commitments to suit their own personal situation, and equip our people managers to lead a versatile workforce.