Senior Category Specialist - Corporate

Who we are

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages over 36,000km of distribution networks, more than 4,300km of transmission pipelines and 60 petajoules of storage capacity. We employ over 500 team members and manage a contractor workforce of approximately 1600, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG’s gas distribution networks.

Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future.  Our Net Zero goal and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future. We know that to deliver our net zero goal in a timely, affordable and reliable way for all customers, a diverse range of energy supply is needed. We will continue to work with customers and stakeholders to deliver and develop the energy infrastructure solutions essential to lowering emissions – including through natural gas, renewable gas and carbon capture and sequestration solutions.

About the opportunity

The Senior Category Specialist – Corporate plays a pivotal role in delivering value-for-money outcomes across high- to medium-value and risk corporate spend categories at AGIG. The role is responsible for leading the development and execution of corporate category plans, with a strong focus on providing strategic recommendations that drive commercial value, support operational excellence, and foster strong stakeholder relationships.

This position sits within the Group Contracts and Procurement department, as part of the Commercial and Growth team. The role offers flexible location options and may be based in Perth, Adelaide, or Melbourne.

As the location of this position is flexible. Please apply through AGIG website to be considered for the Senior Category Specialist – Corporate position.

Key responsibilities

• Drive stakeholder engagement and secure commitment to Category and Subcategory Plans that deliver optimal cost benefits while maintaining supplier relationships.
• Plan and lead end-to-end sourcing projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging key business stakeholders.
• Develop and manage contracts that effectively balance the desired commercial outcomes with appropriately managed risk in a timely and value for money manner.
• Execute agreed Category Plans and sourcing strategies, ensuring supplier compliance with contractual obligations.
• Define and manage the supplier base, secure capacity, and plan implementation timelines, resources, and costs in alignment with stakeholder expectations.
• Manage supplier relationships related to the assigned Category.
• Support AGIG’s environmental and social goals, including ESG targets related to Contracts & Procurement. Promote sustainable Contracts and Procurement practices aligned with net zero objectives.

About you

• Extensive experience in Category Management, Procurement, or a similar role.
• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a level of skills or knowledge gained through experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience in strategic sourcing, contract development, and supplier management.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

What we offer

• We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in 2023-2024. Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard and respected.
• AGIG is proudly recognised by WORK180 as a committed and supportive employer of choice for women, reflecting our dedication to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
• Dive into a culture that supports the community through the Community Partnerships Program: with 2 paid volunteer leave days across the year, join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and collectively raised more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program.
• Bonus incentive program
• A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and the option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer 
• Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth
• Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free annual health checks
• Join in on social activities through our AGIG Social Club,
• Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company
• Salary Continuance Insurance

AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG’s values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.

Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements? If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need!

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.

Applications Close: 4.00pm (ACST), 12 December 2025

All applications must be submitted through AGIG's website to be considered for the Senior Category Specialist – Corporate position. Applications will not be viewed through SEEK.