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Procurement Manager at HCF Australia Join to apply for the Procurement Manager role at HCF Australia . Overview At HCF, were dedicated to creating sustainable value for our members and our business. As a Procurement Category Manager, youll play a key role in delivering commercial outcomes through strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement initiatives that drive long-term impact. This is a highly visible role where youll partner with senior leaders across the HCF Group to deliver best-in-class procurement strategies. What youll do Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of assigned procurement categories, developing and executing strategies that deliver measurable value. Manage a pipeline of procurement initiatives and deliver projects from sourcing through to contracting and implementation. Drive supplier management activities, rolling out frameworks across spend categories to improve performance and outcomes. Lead commercial negotiations, tender evaluations and key initiatives with a results-focused approach. Build strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders, acting as a trusted business partner to deliver positive outcomes. Provide actionable insights on supply markets, spend, opportunities and risks to support decision-making. Contribute to the ongoing development of procurement frameworks, processes and infrastructure to embed continuous improvement. What youll bring Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Information Technology or related field. 35 years experience in mid to senior procurement roles (Category Manager or above). Industry certification or membership (e.g. CIPS). Strong commercial and financial acumen with a proven ability to deliver cost savings and value. Advanced knowledge of procurement practices and vendor value management. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels. Data-driven approach with the ability to analyse spend, performance, opportunities and risks. Understanding of customer experience and customer centricity principles. About HCF At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 weve been putting our members and their health first. As Australias largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover 2 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric. We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together. Were united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused. Wellness and work-life balance 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more Discounts on HCFs products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products. Collaboration and inclusivity We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all employees, irrespective of age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status. Continuous learning and growth We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity. Apply now! Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Purchasing Industries: Insurance and Hospitals and Health Care Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr