Procurement Category Manager

Overview

Procurement Category Manager - Clinical is responsible for the end-to-end procurement management of medical consumables and prostheses for Ramsay Health Care Australia. This role focuses on developing and implementing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective procurement while upholding high standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for medical consumables and prostheses.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance to achieve value and continuity of supply.
• Ensure cost-effective procurement while upholding quality and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Results orientated with a proven ability to convert opportunities into cost saving realities
• Self-motivated and self-starter (high degree of initiative and drive for results)
• Ability to work and perform under pressure
• Sound business acumen, with strong analytical and commercial skills
• Adept at conflict resolution and finding win-win solutions
• Fact based decision maker
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to prioritise and deal with complexity
• Highly organised and structured
• High attention to detail
• Well-developed negotiation skills
• Strong team player: positive contributor to overall team performance
• Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and organizational needs
• Resilience in managing challenges and finding effective solutions
• Customer focused

Experience and Skills

• Prior experience within the health sector.
• Extensive experience in procurement, particularly in the medical consumables and prostheses categories.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, practices, and regulations.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective category strategies.
• Experience in conducting market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Experience in developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Ability to implement SRM strategies for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favourable terms and conditions with suppliers.
• 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.
• Proficiency in data analysis to support decision-making and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Capability to apply a "Total Cost of Ownership" mindset when evaluating procurement opportunities.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address procurement challenges and optimise value.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to influence professionally with people at all levels.
• Experience in identifying and mitigating supply risks, ensuring continuous availability of critical products.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with direct teams and other departments.
• Experience in fostering a culture of support, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
• Demonstrated capability in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Professional Advancement: Recognition and Professional Development. Free access to LinkedIn Learning with over 18,000 courses to advance your career and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
• Ramsay Rewards: Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers
• Employee Wellbeing: Flexible working arrangements, a commitment to work/life balance and free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.
• Make a Difference: Make a meaningful impact on the delivery of quality healthcare services and contribute to the transformation of the industry.
• Ramsay Way Culture: Join a team dedicated to 'People Caring for People,' fostering a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

About Ramsay Health Care

Ramsay Health Care is a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of 'People Caring for People' since 1964. We believe in a bright future for our company and for every one of our employees – our wellbeing initiatives and learning and development programs have seen us grow as an industry leader and sought after employer.

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

Requirements

• A National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months may be asked of you

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Cheryl Adams via email adamsc@ramsayhealth.com.au

Applications Close: 5th September 2025

Company Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing and Sales
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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