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Category Specialist Courses

A Category Specialist oversees purchasing, supply and delivery operations for a large organisation or business. You might organise and manage contracts with suppliers and carry out negotiations and communications with key stakeholders. Category Specialists may also prepare purchasing and supply policies, procedures and strategies for their organisation.

Category Specialists must have excellent analytical skills and be strong problem solvers. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to liaise with people from a range of backgrounds. Category Specialists must be able to follow correct procedures and manage their time well. Negotiation skills are crucial and you’ll need to be able to work as part of a team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Category Specialist earn?

In Australia, a full time Category Specialist generally earns $1,920 per week ($99,840 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

What are the job opportunities for a Category Specialist?

The number of people working in this field is likely to grow moderately in coming years. There are currently 7,400 people employed in this industry in Australia and many of them work as a Category Specialist. Category Specialists may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

How do I become a Category Specialist?

If you’re planning a career as a Category Specialist, consider enrolling in a Bachelor of Economics. This course covers a range of topics including microeconomics, macroeconomics, business statistics and analytics. A Bachelor of Commerce or a Bachelor of Business may also be appropriate.

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Job Pathways

Here are some potential career pathways within procurement. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.

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