Category Management

Structured, insight-led category planning to unlock commercial and operational value.

Category Management is a strategic approach to managing procurement activities by grouping similar goods and services into categories. This service aims to optimize the procurement process, improve supplier relationships, and achieve cost savings. Our Category Management service begins with a detailed analysis of spend data and market trends to identify opportunities for consolidation and cost savings within each category.

We develop tailored strategies for each category, focusing on supplier selection, contract negotiation, and risk management. By managing procurement activities at the category level, we can leverage economies of scale, negotiate better terms, and ensure consistency in quality and service delivery. Our approach includes building strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers to foster innovation and continuous improvement. We establish KPIs and conduct regular performance reviews to ensure suppliers meet their contractual obligations and deliver value to the organization.

Projected Outcomes:

  • Optimized procurement processes through category-level management.

  • Improved supplier relationships and collaboration.

  • Increased cost savings through consolidation and strategic sourcing.

  • Enhanced quality and consistency in goods and services.

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Elevate your procurement processes with our expert consulting services. Contact us today to discover how we can help your organization achieve greater efficiency and success.

16 %

Cost Savings

Wayne Farley

Director, Continental

63 %

Reduction in time from Plan to Contract

Justin Rhiel Madsen

Design director, 3Lateral

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Level 4

303 Adelaide Street

Brisbane,

QLD 4000

Australia