Procurement Officer

Overview

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Procurement Officer to join the National Procurement team. The Procurement Officer will provide procurement support and assist Procurement Managers to plan, develop, source and manage procurement arrangements to effectively meet organisational and business objectives. Responsible for the end-to-end procurement and contract management of goods and services across a diverse portfolio, including office supplies, cleaning and janitorial products, corporate travel and staff uniforms. The role includes delivering on the procurement strategy, supplier engagement, contract negotiations, and compliance with organisational policies and procedures. The role also provides support to the National Procurement team and Ramsay Hospitals to contribute to ensuring commercial, departmental and organisational strategic objectives are achieved.

Job no: JR105790
• Work type: Permanent
• Location: Corporate Services - NSW Metropolitan
• Categories: Procurement/Contract Management

Location - Head Office NSW - Sydney - Hybrid 3 days per week in the office

Responsibilities

- Schedule and facilitate Quarterly Business Reviews to ensure accurate measurement of contract performance
- Monitor supplier agreements through KPI reporting
- Identify opportunities within the business to generate savings and/or business efficiencies
- Facilitate RFP / market engagement and direct negotiation processes
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to drive high level contract compliance
- Manage Documentation and Contract Information
- Create efficiencies by recognising where potential improvements and process enhancements
- Manage ad hoc projects for the categories in scope

Selection criteria / Qualifications

- Demonstrated three years' + experience in a Procurement or Contract Management role, preferably in the health care industry
- Demonstrated experience using Coupa, SAP or similar ERP system knowledge
- Conduct sourcing activities in accordance with established policies and procedures to meet business needs and participate in negotiations to establish and review supply arrangements that will deliver value for money procurement outcomes
- Communication skills for dealing with various stakeholders
- Excellent attention to detail
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with a focus on Excel
- Implement and contribute to the development of contract management plans, resolve issues, monitor performance and negotiate contract variations through effective supplier relationships to enhance business outcomes
- Identify, mitigate and escalate procurement risks to enable the organisation to meet its obligations and maximise business opportunities
- Maintain and update procurement records and generate reports on procurement and contract activity to meet organisational compliance requirements and provide access to procurement information
- Highly developed problem-solving skills and ability to operate effectively as part of a team as well as autonomously
- Highly customer oriented and focused on delivering quantifiable results
- Previous experience within the private health sector

About Us

Ramsay Health Care, 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.

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 Scott Earl via email EarlS@ramsayhealth.com.au

Applications Close: 30 September 2025

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

Advertised: 10 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 30 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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