Category Managers
The University’s Category Managers are responsible for all aspects of strategic procurement within their categories.
The Category Managers assist staff and students with procurement of goods and services, maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and ensure the University gets the best value for money in all procurement activities.
Magda Hebert – Manager, Strategic ProcurementPhone: (08) 8313 2468 Magda is responsible for managing the Strategic Procurement team and directly managing large value and or complex procurement activities, assisting the Director in planning Procurement initiatives and leading a team to identify areas of opportunity with both existing and new suppliers. |
Frances Doyle – IndirectPhone: (08) 8313 9851 Frances’ remit includes travel and entertainment, stationery and office products, furniture and small appliances, motor vehicles, consultants and external service providers, financial and insurance services, and books, journals, and other teaching materials. She is responsible for the management of key contracts across the whole University. Stationery & kitchen supplies | Corporate Stationery & Creative Services | Milk | Travel | Motor Vehicles |
David Mulhall - Facilities & UtilitiesPhone: (08) 8313 9957 This role is responsible for procurement of all services required to maintain the University’s facilities. This includes electricity and other utilities, building construction and maintenance, gardens and grounds maintenance, and cleaning, security, plumbing and electrical services. This role works closely with the Infrastructure branch and the Capital Projects & Facilities Management department to ensure that the University gets value for money in the procurement of these goods and services and that a high standard is maintained by service providers working on the University’s campuses. |
Jason Drewett - IT Equipment & ServicesPhone: (08) 8313 6374 Jason is responsible for procurement of all computer hardware and software, multifunction devices and printers, telecommunications and internet services, and IT infrastructure. Working in partnership with Technology Services, he ensures University gets value for money in all IT procurement activities and benefits from strategic relationships with suppliers. IT Products & Services - Software | Hardware | Telecommunications | Printers |
Tom Cummings - Research & Major EquipmentPhone: (08) 8313 9808 Tom is responsible for major research equipment and laboratory instruments, and also includes chemicals and gases, laboratory consumables, agricultural and veterinary supplies as well as scientific and analytical services. Lab & Chemical | Industrial & Medical Gas | General Consumables | Ultra Cold Freezers |