• This is just the start, so dream big 
• 2 Year Fixed Term opportunity! 
• Bring your multi functional experience and support the Category Manager for Facilities Management.

As a member of the Category Management Team, the Category Specialist will support the Category Manager to execute category portfolio strategies. 

The Category Specialist will also lead the end to end category management process for the Facilities Management category, leading the development of categories and sourcing strategies, end-to-end contract lifecycle management (including strategic sourcing), cost optimisation, partnering with business functions to drive procurement policy and compliance and championing Endeavour’s ESG ambitions.

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Here is a taster of what you can expect in this role:

• Development of category and sourcing strategies, RFXs, contract negotiations, contract management plans and supplier relationship / performance management and reporting in line with SRM/SPM plans.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide guidance on procurement decisions.
• Conduct market research and data analysis to identify emerging trends, potential risks, and opportunities for optimisation via spend analysis and tail spend management
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor and report upon supplier performance and compliance with contractual agreements, addressing any issues or discrepancies as needed.
• Champion sustainable procurement practices, ensuring that environmental and social considerations are integrated into decision-making processes.
• Influencing and mobilising stakeholders to deliver impactful change through clear communications and presentation
• Promote and drive a comprehensive understanding of the Procurement Policy and its associated processes.
• Represent the Endeavour Group Category Management team.

Infopro Digital Group are recruiting for a talented and motivated Management Accountant to join our team on a permanent basis in Haynes Australia Pty Limited, who sit within Infopro Digital’s Automotive division. Infopro is a global organisation with 4,000 employees based in 18 Countries and a turnover of €550 million. 

Haynes Australia Pty Limited operates in the B2B and B2C markets of the automotive aftercare industry. Your role will be to lead the finance function and become a key individual in a growing business, offering support to the local team as well as Group department heads. The role would suit a qualified accountant who has experience in an industry role.  

This job is located in our offices in Sydney, Australia. It is anticipated that after a short period of training, the role can be completed with a mix of office-based and homeworking. Full time or part time candidates will be considered for this role.

Responsibilities

·  Preparation of monthly management accounts including reconciliation of all control accounts

·  Monthly upload to group operational P&L software

·  Process the weekly/monthly operating statements including revenue deferral calculations

·  Monthly reconciliation of inter-company P&L charges and quarterly reconciliation of inter-company P&L charges and balances

·  Monthly cash reporting

·  Quarterly upload of full management accounts onto Group Consolidation software and completion of supporting schedules

·  Preparation of the annual budget and forecast exercises

·  Assist with the preparation of Australian statutory and tax compliance filings (in liaison with external advisers)

·  Supervise working capital cycles and requirements including payment runs & loan repayments

·  Lead the Australian finance function and offer support to the Office Manager with transactional queries

·  Key contact to the AUKUS management accountant and group reporting functions (located in England)

·  Ad-hoc queries

All necessary background research, preparation of schedules, liaison with internal colleagues and external advisers to enable the satisfactory completion of the above job responsibilities. Including: 

• Qualifications - CPA / CA ANZ (or equivalent)
• Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, SUMIFs, lookups etc)
• Excellent Analytical skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Team player and willingness for 'hands-on' approach
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy of outputs
• Keen to add value and identify opportunities for improvement
• The need to identify and respect confidential information

• Hybrid working- attending the office in Sydney, NSW 2 days per week (for a full-time role, can be discussed for a part time role)
• Generous base salary
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme

Learn more about us 

Infopro Digital is a B2B group specialising in information and technology. With a presence in 18 countries, the group has 4,000 employees of 55 nationalities. 

Infopro Digital connects professional communities. 

Our brands are leaders in the five key economic sectors: construction and public sector, automotive, industry, risk & insurance, and retail. 

With our solutions, decision makers make informed decisions and companies develop their business and performance in a sustainable way.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high quality and high-volume outbound prospecting (using phone calls, emails, LinkedIn etc) to generate qualified leads for the sales teams
• Communicate insightsoftware's value proposition quickly and effectively to engage your audience
• Meeting, and exceeding where possible monthly, quarterly, and annual quota of qualified opportunities
• Work closely and collaboratively with the sales and marketing teams on strategy to meet sales goals
• Schedule discovery meetings for Account Executives to qualify leads, learning about the sales process along the way
• Track and deliver timely and accurate forecasting and pipeline management
• Set yourself up for a successful career by learning effective communication skills and gaining experience talking to executive level managers at large companies

Achievements/ Goals

• World class training - benefit from world class sales training from our in-house enablement team as well as support from the existing BDR sales team.
• Engaging Presence – use your interpersonal skills to effectively engage with prospects, getting them excited to speak with you and learn more about our revolutionary products
• Drive & Grit – operate in a fast-paced environment with a focus and determination to achieve high-quality results
• Team Orientation – perform well both independently and as part of a team