Procurement Partner

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, providing care for a population of around 300,000 people across the life continuum.

Our network of hospitals and community health services deliver quality, patient-centred healthcare and services that meet the needs of our diverse community.

With specialities including obstetrics, paediatrics, emergency medicine, intensive care, critical care, surgical and general medicine, rehabilitation, and oncology, through to aged care and palliative care.

We are a major teaching and research health facility, training the next generation of doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff.

• Fantastic lifestyle with an easy commute to Frankston from central Melbourne

• Salary Packaging available

• Supportive team environment

• Classification: Grade 4 HS4*

On 1 January 2026 five health services (Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service) will come together to create Bayside Health. A newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians.

The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.

Who We Are and What We Stand For

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of over 300,000 people. Our Mission is to strive for healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care. To realise this mission we need people who seek a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation, look for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others.

In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.

What You Will Be Doing

The Procurement Partner plays an essential role in the Procurement Department by providing expert support in sourcing and contract management activities. This position involves collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements, conducting market research, assisting with specification development, facilitating tender processes, and evaluating bids. The Procurement Partner ensures that all procurement activities adhere to probity and ethical standards while striving to achieve the best value for the organization. Leveraging solid procurement skills and knowledge, the Procurement Partner contributes to the strategic goals of the department, fosters collaborative relationships, and delivers exceptional customer service. This role requires a proactive and analytical approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Please see the Position Description for further details.

What You Need

We anticipate you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or a related field (Certificate or Diploma level).
• Proven experience in procurement, including specification development and review, preparation of tender documents, tender evaluation and reporting of outcome.Strong understanding of procurement principles, practices and regulations.
• Proficiency in using procurement system such as iProc (Oracle) or similar platforms.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, specifically in Excel.
• Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decision to optimise procurement process.
• Communication and Interpersonal skills: Well-developed presentation, communication and influencing skills.
• Problem solving and adaptability: Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions. Adaptable to shifting priorities, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Project Management Skills: Proven project management experience, with a track record of driving and implementing change initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload, manage multiple tasks, and consistently meet deadlines

What Next

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the People Experience Team on option 1).

For role specific information contact Rajesh Kumar on

The role ceases advertising on 22 September 2025.

Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Additional Requirements

Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit:

*Please refer to Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

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