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Senior Purchasing Officer (Financial Services)


Procurement and Contracts, Financial Services, Townsville Hospital and Health Service

Summary

The Senior Purchasing Officer will supervise a small team of Purchasing Officers to ensure that THHS clinical and non-clinical purchasing requirements are met in a timely and efficient manner. They will undertake cost effective and innovative purchasing, inventory management, invoice verification and contract management support to clients.

This is a Permanent full-time role commencing early 2026.


Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO4
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV671934
Closing date 16-Jan-2026
Job duration Permanent full-time, 76 hours p.f.
Contact person Rupert Newell
Contact details 07 4433 4898
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About your new employer

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $3481.60 to $3835.70 p.f. (AO4)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity

Lead and direct a small team of Purchasing Officers in the efficient delivery of transactional purchasing activity for Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS).

Requirements:

  • Whilst not mandatory, experience in the use of SAP S4HANA or similar operating systems is preferred.
  • It is desirable for the appointee to hold a current C class of drivers licence, as there may be a requirement to undertake site visits for client engagements and training.
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Robert Newell on (07) 4433 4898.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV671934

Applications close: Friday, 16 January 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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