Manager Contracts and Procurement - Strategic

Position Title: Manager Contracts and Procurement - Strategic
Employment Type: Temporary Full-time (12months with possible extension)
Salary Range: $132,236 - $150,222 per annum + 12% super and benefits (Health Mgr Lvl 3)
Location: NSW Ambulance State Operations Centre, Sydney Olympic Park
Application Close: Midnight on 23 November 2025

Seeking an experienced and motivated Contracts and Procurement Manager to lead high-impact commercial contract management and deliver critical procurement outcomes across our health operations during Maternity leave support for 12 months.

About the Opportunity

In this pivotal role, you'll manage end-to-end strategic contracts, from sourcing to awarding the contract and ensuring value for money, risk mitigation, and strong supplier performance. You’ll work across a range of high-profile procurement activities, driving effective outcomes in a complex, fast-paced and highly regulated environment.

• Develop and execute contract management plans with clear KPIs, governance structures and risk strategies
• Provide expert commercial and contractual advice to internal stakeholders
• Lead complex negotiations for contract renewals, variations, and dispute resolution
• Build and manage supplier relationships to ensure service level performance and issue resolution
• Support and coach procurement staff in best-practice contract and supplier management
• Ensure compliance with government procurement policies and health sector standards
• Lead policy reviews, contribute to continuous improvement and uplift procurement maturity across NSW Ambulance
• Engage with a wide network of stakeholders including NSW Health, HealthShare, vendors, and government partners
   

About You

You're a proactive and results-driven contract management professional with:

• Desirable tertiary qualifications in procurement, contract management, supply chain, business or finance (or relevant work experience)
• Broad experience across procurement lifecycle, especially within government, health, or emergency services sectors
• Strong understanding of NSW government procurement policy and frameworks
• Experience in risk management for complex contractual arrangements
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence outcomes, and support operational teams
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to advise, negotiate, and report at an executive level
   

What's on Offer

• Leave support including annual, parental, carers and more
• 1 Allocated Days Off (ADO) once a month + 1 Additional Public Holiday
• Generous salary packaging options to increase take home pay up to $9k
• Flexible or Hybrid Work Agreements may be negotiated
• Be part of a vital organisation supporting frontline health and emergency response
• Lead strategic contracts that deliver real public value
• Work in a collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven environment
• Contribute to procurement transformation and innovation across NSW Ambulance
• Excellent public sector conditions and career development opportunities

Contact People

Please contact Theban Amirthalingam on theban.amirthalingam@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to NSW Ambulance's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact Leonie Garvey on Leonie.Garvey@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

Please contact ambulance-diversity@health.nsw.gov.au if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.

How to Apply

Please respond to the below two questions (max 4000 characters including spaces) and submit this with your CV and other required information.

Question 1: Provide examples of your experience in negotiating and managing complex strategic contracts with multiple stakeholders.

Question 2:  Provide example of a tender or contract process you were involved in? What was the situation? What was your involvement? How did you monitor the process?

Need more information?

1. Click here for the Role Description and Position Conditions and General Information
2. Learn more about careers at NSW Ambulance here
    

Additional Information

• Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria articulated in Role Description.
• NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs. 
• Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. 
• Eligibility lists and talent pools may be created and used to fill permanent or temporary vacancies over the next 18 months at the same, or other locations, that are at the same grade and capability level.
   

About NSW Ambulance

NSW Ambulance is an integral part of the NSW Health system that must work together seamlessly to deliver services to the community of NSW. We take a values-based leadership approach putting our people at the centre of everything we do, striving to deliver our mission of Excellence in Care through our CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

NSW Ambulance is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply!