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As the Portfolio Manager – Digital, you will lead a critical team responsible for a ~$450 million annual spend portfolio across the eCommerce and Digital application landscape. Reporting to the General Manager - Procurement, you will drive the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for enterprise-wide projects that directly influence the Woolworths Group's digital evolution. Your mission is to unlock value and drive continuous improvement within a market-disrupted portfolio, ensuring the Group remains a leader in the retail technology space.
Job Responsibility:
Lead a team of procurement professionals to execute category strategies and sourcing initiatives that deliver best total value outcomes
Execute the annual sourcing plan and meet Organizational Key Results (OKRs) to increase value across Digital and Technology goods and services
Manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for diverse categories including Loyalty and Rewards, Web Security, Customer Engagement, and Order Management Systems
Collaborate with domestic and international supplier partners to negotiate complex, major strategic deals that deliver significant commercial outcomes
Drive the application of the Category Management Framework to meet business requirements within critical windows of opportunity
Influence stakeholders across the Procurement, Digital, and IT teams to embed procurement best practices and ensure compliance with group standards
Requirements:
Expertise in Digital and Technology categories, with proven experience developing strategies for complex software and eCommerce platforms
Experience leading multi-million dollar portfolios within a large, matrixed organization, supported by a track record of delivering sustainable EBITDA benefits
Proficiency in innovative negotiation approaches and category management principles, including a solid understanding of contract law
Knowledge of emerging technologies, specifically AI platforms, LLMs, and Generative AI-driven tools, including their associated legal and risk considerations
Mindset that is agile, curious, and proactive, with the emotional intelligence to navigate a fast-paced and nimble environment
Qualifications including a tertiary degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Digital Technologies, ideally complemented by professional accreditation such as MCIPS
What we offer:
A hybrid working model combining time at our Norwest Support Office and working from home
A global business with career opportunities across every discipline and valuable business exposure
24/7 access to the Sonder app for personalised safety, medical, and psychological support
Savings across Woolworths Group brands and a rewards program that celebrates purpose-driven work
A progressive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you