The Opportunity

Ramsay is seeking a strategic leader to oversee the end-to-end procurement of medical consumables and prostheses. Reporting to the General Manager of Clinical Procurement, you will develop and implement innovative strategies, build strong supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective procurement, all while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.

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.

What You’ll Bring

To succeed in this role, you'll bring robust risk management experience, the ability to optimise spend across categories, and a knack for creating value for Ramsay. Your talent for building strong relationships with stakeholders will be key in driving our success.

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.

Desirable

• Tertiary qualifications in a clinical field, commerce/business, or supply chain management.
• Proficient in SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Proven track record in governance processes.
• Experience in project management.

Benefits

• Compelling salary and an extensive benefits package that recognise and reward your valuable contributions while supporting your overall well-being.
• Enhance your career trajectory through a wealth of professional development initiatives and clearly defined pathways for advancement, empowering you to realise your full potential within our organisation.
• Enjoy access to a premier rewards platform that offers exceptional discounts and privileges from renowned retailers, enriching your lifestyle both personally and professionally.
• Embrace the opportunity to drive transformative change in the delivery of high-quality healthcare services, making a significant contribution to the evolution of our industry for the better.

About Ramsay Health Care

Founded in Australia in 1964, Ramsay Health Care is the nation's largest private hospital operator and a leader in global healthcare excellence. With 73 state-of-the-art hospitals and surgery centres, we serve over 1.1 million patients annually, supported by a team of more than 30,000 professionals across Australia. Our ethos, “People Caring for People,” reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, strong relationships, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth. In addition to our extensive hospital network, we operate two public facilities, including Joondalup Health Campus, and a community pharmacy network of over 35 locations. Through our culture, “The Ramsay Way,” we prioritise our people and foster a collaborative environment that empowers employees to deliver outstanding outcomes for patients and communities alike.

To Apply

All applications should include your CV outlining your experience and skills in line with the above criteria.

Applications close Thursday 12^th December 2024. Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com