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Category Manager, Medical Consumables

Queensland Health
Brisbane Full-day Full-time

Description:

Take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity within System Procurement! This exciting permanent flexible full-time opportunity is located within Bowen Hills! The Category Manager is accountable for coordinating and overseeing the implementation of category and sourcing strategies and plans, in accordance with broader Queensland Health vision, governance requirements and the Queensland Government Procurement Policy.

Job details

Position status Permanent Position type Flexible full-time Occupational group Procurement Classification AO8 Workplace Location Brisbane - North Job ad reference QLD/CSD630346 Closing date 17-Apr-2025 Yearly salary $150906 - $159677 Job duration Permanent flexible full time Contact person kelly gould Contact details 0456 683 581
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You will be responsible for identifying, undertaking and project managing the implementation of significant procurement initiatives, putting in place transparent benefits realisation reporting and for ensuring that robust contractual arrangements are executed that ensure benefits are fully realised. The Category Manager provides guidance and support to their team and acts as a point of escalation for the team in complex supplier and contract issues.

What you will do:

  • Lead the design, development and implementation of category management and procurement strategies in collaboration with key stakeholders that deliver long-term value and benefits to the organisation.
  • Manage and coordinate category reporting, ensuring it is accurate and delivered on time.
  • Lead and deliver procurement initiatives within the timeframes published in the category's Forward Procurement Schedule.
  • Identify and socialise potential procurement opportunities and solutions with suppliers and customers, working closely with them to support and inform state-wide strategies and priorities.

About you

We are searching for someone who:

  • Undertakes objective, systematic analysis and draws accurate conclusions based on evidence.
  • Evaluates projects to understand critical factors for success and engages in activities whilst dealing positively with uncertainty and coping effectively in an environment characterised by change.
  • Builds and sustains relationships with a network of key people internally and externally. Works collaboratively and operates as an effective team member.
  • Acts professionally and impartially at all times, and operates within the boundaries of organisational processes and legal and policy constraints. Takes responsibility for mistakes and learns from them.
  • Confidently presents messages in a clear, concise, and articulate manner. Seeks to understand the audience and tailor's communication style and message accordingly.
  • Has demonstrated experience building and sustaining relationships with stakeholders

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes

Competitive salaries

  • 12.75% superannuation
  • 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

  • 38 hour full time work week
  • Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
  • Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

  • Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
  • Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
  • Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

3 Apr 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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