Title:  Pharmacy Procurement Manager

Pharmacy Procurement Manager 

• Permanent Full-time | 5 week’s annual leave + monthly day off  

• Work across all Eastern Health sites 
• Experience career progression at a values-based organization

Eastern Health 

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs. 

About the role 

The Eastern Health Pharmacy Procurement Manager is responsible to establish and monitor systems for efficient pharmaceutical procurement and stock management across Eastern Health. The Procurement Manager will liaise with pharmaceutical industry partners to leverage best possible pricing arrangements and ensure compliance with Department of Health (DOH) and Health Share Victoria (HSV) Pharmaceutical contract requirements. Major duties and responsibilities may include: 

• Oversee procurement processes for pharmaceutical products and related supplies. 

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with pharmaceutical wholesalers, manufacturers, and suppliers. 

• Monitor stock levels and work closely with pharmacy staff to forecast demand. 

• Negotiate contracts and pricing to secure the best value. 

• Ensure procurement activities comply with pharmacy laws and healthcare standards. 

• Collaborate with pharmacy staff to support smooth operations and patient care. 

• Manage pharmaceutical shortages and stock issues. 

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess: 

• Excellent knowledge of pharmaceutical products with a sound knowledge of purchasing and supply techniques.  

• Demonstrated relevant computer skills, particularly with regards to purchasing of pharmaceuticals and inventory control management, as well as Microsoft Office Excel, Word and Outlook.  

• Prior experience in pharmaceutical supply chain management from a hospital perspective.  

• Demonstrated effective communication skills in person, on the phone and via email or other written channels 

• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders 

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role and selection criteria. 

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer 

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals 

Next Steps 

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference and are eligible to work in Australia. 

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. 

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know: 

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability - within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team. 

• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees. 

• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture. 

• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. 

• Advertising may end before the closing date. 

• We do not accept recruitment agency application 

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles. 

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