Category Manager - Asset & Capability

Become a Category Manager - Asset & Capability with Snowy Hydro in Sydney, Melbourne, or Cooma. Lead the development of category strategies for asset investments, focusing on value creation and cost reduction. Enjoy a supportive culture and opportunities for professional growth. Join Snowy Hydro Limited as a Category Manager - Asset & Capability in Sydney, Melbourne, or Cooma. In this newly created role, you will lead the development and implementation of category strategies for asset investments, focusing on value creation and cost reduction. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders and enjoy a culture of inclusion and support, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Snowy Hydro Limited Flexible Full Time UTC+10:00 — UTC+11:00

Sydney, Australia Melbourne, Australia Cooma, Australia

Snowy Hydro Limited

Company Overview

Name

Snowy Hydro Limited

Headquarters

New South Wales, Australia

Year Founded

1949

Business Model

Sector

Energy and Utilities

Core Activities

Snowy Hydro Limited is primarily engaged in the generation and retailing of renewable energy. They operate hydroelectric power stations and provide energy solutions to customers across Australia.

Revenue Streams

The company generates revenue through the sale of electricity, ancillary services, and retail energy products. Their focus on renewable energy sources, particularly hydroelectric power, positions them as a key player in Australia's energy market.

Locations & Geography

Global Presence

Snowy Hydro Limited operates primarily in Australia, with a significant presence in New South Wales. They are known for their iconic Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme, which is a major contributor to the national electricity grid.

Company Culture

Mission & Values

Their mission is to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions. They value safety, integrity, and innovation, striving to lead in the renewable energy sector.

Work Environment

Snowy Hydro promotes a collaborative and inclusive work environment. They emphasize teamwork and encourage employees to contribute ideas that drive the company forward.

Employee Development

The company invests in employee development through training programs and career advancement opportunities. They are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Activities & Projects

Current Projects

Snowy Hydro is currently involved in the Snowy 2.0 project, which aims to expand their hydroelectric capacity and enhance energy storage capabilities. This project is expected to significantly contribute to Australia's renewable energy goals.

Innovations

The company is focused on integrating advanced technologies in energy generation and storage. They are exploring innovative solutions to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

Sustainability Practices

Snowy Hydro is committed to sustainability, utilizing renewable resources for energy generation. They actively engage in environmental conservation efforts and aim to minimize their carbon footprint.

Career Opportunities

Job Openings

Typical job openings at Snowy Hydro include roles in engineering, project management, and operations. They seek individuals who are passionate about renewable energy and innovation.

Benefits & Perks

Employees at Snowy Hydro enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, health and wellness programs, and opportunities for professional development. They also offer flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

Contact Information

Social Media

Homepage

snowyhydro.com.au

Careers Page

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Job Description

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the mighty Snowy Mountains Scheme, gas and diesel plants, and contracted wind and solar energy. We also provide electricity and gas to over 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy. Snowy 2.0 is Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come.

About the position

The Category Manager - Asset & Capability is a newly created role that reflects the growth and positive changes the procurement team are bringing to Snowy Hydro.

You will join a great team and bring your experience in creating new procurement processes and systems alongside a background in assets and a strong knowledge of category management and all facets relating to a challenging and strategic position.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end development, implementation and continuous improvement of category strategies for asset investments and capital spend.
Conduct analysis, forecasting and assessments to identify opportunities for value creation and cost reduction
Oversee the entire source to manage lifecycle for capital spend and asset investments
Identify key strategic suppliers..
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders from Exec to Engineer.
Gain by-in for sourcing initiatives

About the location

This role can be based out of Sydney, Melbourne or Cooma and has intermittent travel.

About you

Significant Category Management experience, or an ability to bring your existing skills into the role
Strong communication skills, both in person and presenting to groups
Demonstrated experience in process improvement and implementation
You’re passionate and motivated to make a difference and a change
An ability to influence at all levels
Strong analytical capabilities to identify trends and drive data-informed decisions.

About our workforce

Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive.

Snowy Hydro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a role with Snowy Hydro and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to the Snowy Hydro recruitment team at [email protected]