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SalaryAre you a Procurement specialist looking for a new leadership opportunity? The System Procurement team in the Department of Health are seeking a Category Manager to join their team! In this role, you will be accountable for coordinating and overseeing the implementation of category and sourcing strategies and plans, in accordance with broader Queensland Health vision, governance requirements and the Queensland Government Procurement Policy.Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Management
Classification AO8
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/565304
Closing date 29-May-2024
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Job duration Up until 31 December 2025
Contact person Gavin Hanscomb
Contact details (07) 3096 2325
Access theSystem Procurement has a whole of health responsibility for procurement planning and contracting for a range of goods and services, including medical consumables, prosthetics, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, medical services and indirects, on behalf of the Department of Health and Hospital and Health Services (HHSs). The Category Manager will be capable of providing leadership across all areas within System Procurement and may move between categories as required as part of System Procurement's workplace planning strategies.The Category Manager is responsible for identifying, undertaking and project managing the implementation of significant procurement initiatives, putting in place transparent benefits realisation reporting and for ensuring that robust contractual arrangements are executed that ensure benefits are fully realised. The Category Manager provides guidance and support to their team and acts as a point of escalation for the team in complex supplier and contract issues.What we are looking for:
- Demonstrated experience in managing teams including excellent coaching and mentoring skills, identifying knowledge gaps and working to determine appropriate development activities.
- Deep understanding of category management processes and demonstrated experience in implementing category management strategies and techniques.
- Demonstrated experience in leading complex strategic procurement projects, including the ability to resolve supplier performance issues; support internal customers in the development of complex specifications; and ensure materials/services are delivered according to contract.
- Demonstrated experience building and sustaining relationships with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in leading complex negotiations.
