Procurement Specialist

Eastern Melbourne Healthcare Network

Job Location:

Victoria - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Employment Type: Full Time Permanent

Hybrid work arrangements

Attractive compensation package and employee benefits

Generous salary packaging benefits

Additional Leave and Work Life Balance days

About us

At Eastern Melbourne PHN we work to improve the health of our communities by driving equitable access enabling integration and collaboration and using insights to demonstrate value and impact. Our organisation is committed to innovation and future-focused solutions that support primary care and improve outcomes for those we serve.

Were looking for a Contract Management Specialist to provide specialist contract management advice to the commissioning and program management teams across EMPHN.

About the role

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the administration and delivery of EMPHNs procurement function. Reporting to the Procurement and Contracts Manager this role ensures that all procurement processes are conducted professionally efficiently and in strict compliance with EMPHNs policies and procedures particularly those related to Procurement Risk Management Commissioning and the Value for Money framework.

About You

You bring a combination of strategic sourcing expertise a willingness to lean-in and collaborate cross-functionally and deliver cost-effective procurement solutions.

To be successful in this role you will have:

Tertiary qualifications in procurement business law commerce or related discipline (desired) with a strong understanding of strategic sourcing principles.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively influence present complex ideas clearly and engage stakeholders at all levels.
High-level interpersonal and relationship management capability including emotional intelligence negotiation and collaboration to drive strategic outcomes.
Experience in procurement across a multidisciplinary organisation preferably in the health sector including managing complex tenders.
Demonstrable experience and accountability in working with successful multi-stakeholder projects including an ability to work towards deadlines to ensure outcomes are achieved.
Proven organisational skills including priority setting pursing tasks to completion and achieving targets within set timeframes.
Ability to leverage technology and procurement systems to optimise workflows and reporting for executive decision-making

Key Responsibilities

Managing tendering activity contributing to procurement planning cycles and collaborating as necessary to ensure the most accurate and up to date operational legal and probity advice has been factored in for procurement and contract correspondence.
Ensure all procurement work is aligned with delivery of planned outcomes and relevant policies systems and educate the workforce on EMPHN Processes and practices to enhance operational delivery
Encourage and facilitate business improvement and innovation through upholding information security processes while identifying opportunities for growth
Display individual leadership through role modelling EMPHNs values and behaviours.
Build strong stakeholder relationships by partnering in a customer-focused way providing guidance that supports business priorities and operational goals through innovative solutions

Why Join EMPHN

Be part of a mission-driven organisation improving health outcomes in your community

Lead the way in modernising community services through digital innovation

Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive culture that values flexibility and continuous learning

Access salary packaging professional development and a supportive workplace

Apply Now

If youre an agile procurement specialist with a proactive approach wed love to hear from you.

Please click Apply Now and submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for this role.

Applications Close

Applications close on 15th December 2025

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Diversity Statement

Eastern Melbourne PHN values diversity. We know that to bring your best self you must bring your whole self. Our inclusive environment is fundamental better outcomes for our community are delivered by a workforce that reflects our diverse community.

We especially welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds LGBTQIA and people with lived experience of engaging with the health sector.

Join EMPHN and make a difference in shaping safer and more effective healthcare systems!

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Employment Type: Full Time PermanentHybrid work arrangementsAttractive compensation package and employee benefitsGenerous salary packaging benefitsAdditional Leave and Work Life Balance daysAbout usAt Eastern Melbourne PHN we work to improve the health of our communities by driving equitable access...