Job Description

Category Manager - IT & Corporate Services
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General Information

Date Published
03-Dec-2025
Advertising Ends
30-Jan-2026
ID#
14302
Role Type
Supply Chain & Logistics
Work Type
Permanent Full-Time
Workplace Type
Hybrid
Country
New Zealand
Location
Auckland, Hamilton & North Waikato
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Position Description

Our Co-operative

Ata whakaarohia t? ?p?p? | Imagine Tomorrow with Us

At Te M?t?puna Fonterra, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves.

Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.

Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.

M? t?nei t?ranga | About the opportunity

We're looking for a Category Manager to join our IT & Corporate Services, Procurement team, based in Auckland or Hamilton. This role is all about developing and implementing IT category sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the Co-op achieves sustainable best value while minimising supply risk.

This is a high profile role and you will lead strategic IT sourcing activities, partner with senior stakeholders, and maintain deep expertise in your category to deliver innovative solutions and strong commercial outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

Developing and executing IT category and supplier management strategies Leading IT strategic sourcing and procurement activities Managing strategic IT supplier performance and engagement plans Partnering with senior IT stakeholders to align strategies with business needs Monitoring market dynamics and mitigating supply risks Ensuring compliance with procurement controls and governance standards

M?u | About You

You're a strategic thinker with strong procurement expertise and a proven ability to deliver value through category management.

To be successful, you'll bring:A tertiary qualification in supply chain, procurement, or related business degree (MCIPS or equivalent preferred) Minimum 10 years' experience in strategic procurement, including IT category strategy development, sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management Technical expertise in relevant IT spend categories Strong stakeholder management skills, including at executive level Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills

Ng? Aura | Our Values

At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone - no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz

T? m?tou oati | Our Commitment to You

We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:Fair and equitable pay Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support) Professional development opportunities Career growth support Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible) Employee recognition Support for community involvement and cultural connection

Ng? Mahi | A Career of Opportunities

At Te M?t?puna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

T?tou T?tou | Join Us

Does this sound good to you? Come join our wh?nau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.

You, me, us together, T?tou, t?tou.

He W?hi m? te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion.

Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.

If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. T?tou, t?tou.

Applications close at midnight on

Friday 30th January 2026.

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