CCLHD - Manager - Pharmacy Procurement and Inventory

Southern NSW Local Health District; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 102,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued day off each month

Annual leave loading

Parental leave

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Central Coast Local Health District is seeking a Manager, Pharmacy Procurement and Inventory to lead procurement, inventory and supply-chain operations within the CCLHD Pharmacy Department. This role focuses on ensuring reliable access to medicines while optimising financial outcomes and managing organisational risk.

The position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking and advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical procurement, inventory control and supply-chain operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical procurement, stock control, inventory management and supply-chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead pharmaceutical procurement, inventory and supply-chain operations across the CCLHD Pharmacy Department.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise expenditure and achieve financial targets.
• Lead supplier negotiations, forecasting and procurement initiatives to improve value and continuity of supply.
• Ensure compliance and manage risk including medicine shortages and recalls.
• Lead and develop the Pharmacy Procurement and Inventory Team to deliver high-quality service.

Skills

Pharmacy procurement

Inventory management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

CCLHD - Manager - Pharmacy Procurement and Inventory

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time until March 2027
Position Classification:Pharmacist Grade 3
Remuneration:$71.91 - $73.85
Hours Per Week:16
Requisition ID:REQ691354
Location: CCLHD
Application Closes: Sunday 27th September 2026 at 11:59pm
Lead the systems that keep medicines moving and patient care on track. Bring your expertise in pharmacy procurement, inventory and supply chain management to a key leadership role driving efficiency, value and reliability across CCLHD Pharmacy. Make an impact through strong leadership, strategic thinking and continuous improvement.

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and motivated Manager, Pharmacy Procurement and Inventory to join the Central Coast Local Health District Pharmacy Department. This key leadership role is responsible for pharmaceutical procurement, inventory management and supply-chain performance, ensuring reliable access to medicines while optimising financial outcomes and managing organisational risk.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead pharmaceutical procurement, inventory and supply-chain operations across the CCLHD Pharmacy Department.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise expenditure, achieve financial targets and identify cost-saving and revenue opportunities.
• Lead supplier negotiations, forecasting, trend analysis and procurement initiatives to improve value, efficiency and continuity of supply.
• Manage legislative, contractual, financial and operational compliance and risk, including medicine shortages, recalls and safety issues.
• Lead and develop the Pharmacy Procurement and Inventory Team, supporting performance, capability, teamwork and high-quality service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with the Pharmacy Leadership Team and key internal and external stakeholders to drive service improvement, quality use of medicines and strategic priorities.
• Has advanced knowledge and experience in pharmaceutical procurement, stock control, inventory management and supply-chain operations.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and people management skills, including team development, performance management, education and building a positive team culture.
• Has demonstrated ability to develop, implement and monitor operational, financial and performance strategies and achieve defined targets.
• Possesses highly developed analytical, forecasting and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify opportunities for efficiency, savings and improvement.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and influence outcomes.
• Uses initiative, sound judgement and advanced digital skills to manage competing priorities, mitigate risk and drive continuous improvement in a complex healthcare environment.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits:Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing:Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth:Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Deaninour Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at [e-mail] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

You are encouraged to complete applications on aweek daywhere Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.

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