Bids & Contracts Specialist - MedTech, Sydney

Johnson & Johnson Innovation; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (up to 18 weeks)

Volunteer leave (4 days)

Additional annual leave option

Wellbeing Day

Wellness reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Enhanced compassionate leave

Life insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovation is creating a new Bids & Contracts Specialist role in Sydney to support tender submissions and contract management across Australia and New Zealand. You will collaborate closely with the Bids & Contracts Manager to drive compliant, high-quality tender responses and lifecycle governance within a dynamic MedTech environment.

The successful candidate will have at least 3 years in tendering and contracts, strong cross-functional communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Degree qualified with experience in tendering and contracts management.
• Experience in medical devices or healthcare procurement is advantageous.
• Strong organisational, project management and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, coordination and submission of tender responses for Australia & New Zealand.
• Assist in management of public contract lifecycles including awards, extensions and variations.
• Gather market intelligence and coordinate stakeholders for pre-tender planning.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and external procurement stakeholders.
• Maintain tender and contract documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Tendering

Contracts management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Education

Degree required

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Sales Enablement

Job Sub Function:

Contract Administration and Management

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia

Job Description:

About MedTech

Fuelled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalised treatments.

Visit us at https://www.jnj.com/medtech to see how your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness.

The Opportunity

A newly created role to support our continued growth, an opportunity is now available for a Bids & Contracts Specialist to join our team in Sydney. Working closely with the Bids & Contracts Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of tender submissions and contract management activities across Australia & New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the preparation, coordination and submission of high-quality, compliant tender responses for public and private healthcare customers across Australia & New Zealand
• Assisting in the management of public contract lifecycles, including contract awards, extensions, variations, pricing queries and contract governance activities
• Contributing to pre-tender planning by gathering market intelligence, supporting opportunity assessments and coordinating stakeholders to position the business for success
• Building strong relationships with internal teams and external healthcare procurement stakeholders to ensure effective communication, collaboration and customer service
• Maintaining accurate tender and contract documentation, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements

About You

• Degree qualified with minimum 3 years’ experience in a tendering and contracts management role, experience within a large complex organisation within medical devices is highly regarded
• Strong organisation, project management and problem‑solving abilities, with strong attention to detail
• Proactive with a consultative approach, and the capacity to engage and work with cross functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders across all levels
• Ability to multi-task, manage complexities and work well under pressure

Why Choose Us

• Competitive remuneration package
• Continuous training and support
• Award‑winning leadership development programs
• Inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements
• Equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion

Our Benefits

• Up to 18 weeks of parental leave to support new parents
• 4 days of volunteer leave to give back to the community
• Option to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional annual leave for extra time off
• Enjoy a dedicated Wellbeing Day to prioritise self‑care
• Global Wellness Reimbursement of $780 per year for healthy eating, exercise, or mindfulness activities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Enhanced leave provisions for compassionate (caregiver) leave, providing up to 30 days of additional support
• Life insurance coverage for added peace of mind

And much more...

All applicants must have rights to work in Australia.