Clinical Procurement Category Manager

at  Ramsay Health Care

THE OPPORTUNITY

Ramsay is seeking a strategic and dynamic individual to lead the end-to-end procurement management of our medical consumables and prostheses. Reporting directly to the General Manager for Clinical Procurement, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing innovative category strategies, fostering strong supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective procurement, all while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

REQUIREMENTS

• You may have to provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months.
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases, which may include Covid-19.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and implement strategies for medical consumables and prostheses, including conducting market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Identify commercial opportunities and efficiencies within procurement activities.
• Oversee the creation, negotiation, and management of contracts to ensure compliance and alignment with organisational objectives.
• Engage State Operations Managers and Hospital Executive teams in procurement activities, including the Product Review Process, by gathering feedback to inform buying decisions and enhance procurement effectiveness.
• Hold accountability for procurement categories and projects from sourcing to delivery, ensuring timely and accurate benefit reporting, monitoring compliance, and taking corrective actions as needed to exceed budgetary targets.
• Develop collaborative models with business stakeholders, procurement colleagues, and supplier representatives to achieve targeted outcomes.
• Utilise data analysis to support decision-making and continuous improvement in procurement processes.
• Work with direct teams and other departments to foster a culture of support and continuous improvement, encouraging open communication, knowledge sharing, and teamwork.

Key skills and experience you bring to the role include:

• Extensive experience in procurement, particularly in medical consumables and prostheses categories.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, practices, and regulations.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective category strategies.
• Expertise in conducting market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Skilled in implementing SRM strategies for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Expertise in contract creation, negotiation, and management to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Ability to lead and manage strategic sourcing activities, including tenders and evaluations.
• Capability to apply a “Total Cost of Ownership” mindset when evaluating procurement opportunities