Contract Procurement Manager

• Location: Sunshine and other sites as required
• Employment Type: Ongoing, Full-Time
• Salary: Admin Grade 5 (HS5) + Super + Salary Packaging 

About the role 

The Health Support Services Contracts Manager, is responsible for the end-to-end procurement processes, including:

• Coordination, negotiation and administration of high risk and high value contract agreements
• Coordinating and collaborating with colleagues to develop a technical specification (detailed, clear and timely)
• Provision of commercial and procurement expertise
• Developing working relationships with internal departments (WH Legal, WH Contracts and Central Procurement)
• Leading a team though a transformational strategy to enable a Contract Management framework for WH working with senior Management
• Regular quality and compliance reporting
• Developing a transformational plan to move towards Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework following the negotiation process for critical contracts

This position currently leads a team negotiating all commercial relationships within the Hard FM, Soft FM Departments, Logistics and Clinical Equipment but will develop into a structured Contract Management framework following a transformational plan being approved.

Key responsibilities: 

• Lead the development and implementation of all Health Support Service Maintenance Agreements and ensure the effective transition from scoping, tender to contract execution. Ensure all obligations are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations while leveraging contractual rights as appropriate
• All outdated/overdue Health Support Service Maintenance Agreements will be reviewed, procured and executed in a timely manner
• Efficient life cycle management of Health Support Maintenance Agreements
• Manage and facilitate the review of existing Service Maintenance Agreements and their deliverables to performance KPIs and compliance

About you: 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar position
• Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end contract lifecycle activities across procurement and service delivery, with a strong focus on risk management and value optimisation
• Proven track record managing high-value, complex commercial contracts and supplier relationships
• Strong strategic capability, with experience developing and implementing procurement and category strategies aligned to organisational objectives
• Advanced commercial acumen, including financial analysis, contract principles, and market dynamics
• Demonstrated experience in leading complex negotiations and influencing outcomes at a senior level
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate commercial, operational, and contractual risks
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and inform decision-making
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, including working with senior leaders and cross-functional teams
• Experience in supplier performance management, including development and monitoring of KPIs and SLAs
• Demonstrated leadership in governance, compliance, and ethical procurement practices

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health 

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.   

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.  

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.  

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall. 

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact? 

If you’re passionate about coordinating and administrating contract agreements, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts. 

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.  

Closing date: 11:59pm on 26 June 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Margaret Oraha at Margaret.Oraha@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). 

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.