Strategic Procurement & Vendor Manager – Digital Transformation

The Royal Women's Hospital; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 114,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Superannuation

5 weeks annual leave

Monthly ADOs

Public transport nearby

Job summary

The Royal Women’s Hospital in Parkville is seeking a Procurement & Vendor Management Specialist to drive strategic automation and digital experience. You will support procurement, vendor management, and governance for critical digital programs, collaborating with stakeholders and vendors to deliver value and compliant outcomes.

You’ll engage in sourcing, contract administration, supplier performance reviews, and commercial negotiations, contributing to continuous improvement across the

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, contract management, vendor management and/or commercial operations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Sound commercial acumen balancing value, risk, and service outcomes.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within complex, regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement planning, sourcing activities, tender processes, and contract administration.
• Manage and maintain vendor relationships, ensuring suppliers deliver value and meet KPIs.
• Assist with contract lifecycle management, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and monitoring compliance.
• Provide procurement advice and support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Contribute to procurement governance, risk management, and compliance activities.
• Work with project teams to support digital transformation initiatives.
• Help develop procurement frameworks, standards, and best-practice processes.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Commercial acumen

Collaboration

Education

Procurement/Business/Finance qualification

Job description

The Royal Women’s Hospital in Parkville is seeking a Procurement & Vendor Management Specialist to drive strategic automation and digital experience. You will support procurement, vendor management, and governance for critical digital programs, collaborating with stakeholders and vendors to deliver value and compliant outcomes.

You’ll engage in sourcing, contract administration, supplier performance reviews, and commercial negotiations, contributing to continuous improvement across the