Procurement Category Manager - Fleet, Equipment, Parts & Maintenance

About Toll Group

At Toll, we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport, or supply chain challenge – big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today, we support more than 20,000 customers worldwide with 500 sites in 27 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post — www.tollgroup.com

About the Role

Are you a commercial mover, shaker and negotiator ready to influence big decisions and deliver meaningful business outcomes? As our Procurement Category Manager – Fleet, Equipment, Parts & Maintenance, you'll take ownership of a critical national portfolio spanning fleet assets, maintenance programs, equipment, parts, tolls, registrations and asset lifecycle management. This is a high-profile role where you'll lead sourcing strategies, negotiate major supplier agreements, challenge convention, drive innovation and partner with senior stakeholders across the business to improve performance, reduce total cost of ownership and create lasting value.

A day in the life of a Procurement Category Manager at Toll Group

• Develop and execute category strategies across Fleet, Equipment, Parts and Maintenance portfolios.
• Lead complex sourcing activities, tenders, RFQs and supplier negotiations.
• Drive commercial outcomes through cost optimisation, supplier innovation and value creation initiatives.
• Partner with Operations, Fleet, Finance and business leaders to deliver strategic procurement solutions.
• Manage supplier performance through governance, scorecards and Quarterly Business Reviews.
• Coach and develop the Procurement Analyst, building capability and procurement excellence.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Commerce, Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related discipline.
• CIPS or equivalent procurement qualification is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience managing fleet, equipment, maintenance or asset-intensive categories.
• Strong understanding of strategic sourcing and contract management principles.
• Experience developing business cases and financial models.
• Exposure to procurement technologies such as SAP Ariba, Icertis, Power BI or similar tools is advantageous.

Skills & Experience

• 10+ years' experience in procurement, category management or strategic sourcing.
• Proven ability to lead high-value commercial negotiations and supplier relationships.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence, engage and build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Experience resolving complex supplier issues and delivering mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Self-motivated, highly independent and capable of thriving in a dynamic environment.

What moves you?
 

At Toll, you can help play a vital role in delivering what matters. From food, fuel, medicine and rescue services, we keep businesses and communities thriving. Every day brings change. We see that as an opportunity. To be curious. To ask the right questions. And build meaningful connections. Because finding new ways to solve problems is what we do. With a bold vision to expand our global reach, our 16,000+ people bring a passion for progress. We collaborate in friendly, caring teams, supported by approachable leaders who give us the autonomy to quickly make decisions with impact. Learn and grow with industry-leading training, alongside talented experts. Feel empowered to take on diverse challenges and new responsibilities to move you, our customers, and our world further.

Are you excited about this role but are concerned you don’t meet all the requirements? If you have similar skills and are willing to learn then we encourage you to apply anyway. We know that some people hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Toll, we value a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re interested in this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly then please talk to us – you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have coming up.

At Toll everyone is welcome including those of all ages, ethnicities, genders and abilities. 

To find out more about us visit www.careers.tollgroup.com

You must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical.