Job details

We are currently recruiting for two Category Manager positions. Applicants may be considered for one or both of the following portfolios:

• Category Manager (General Goods and Services)
• Category Manager (Clinical Goods and Services)

About Your New Role 

As the Category Manager you will provide strategic leadership to deliver innovative procurement solutions that support high-quality patient care. You will lead the development and implementation of category strategies, driving value for money, service excellence and sustainable procurement outcomes across the Hospital and Health Service. Working collaboratively with clinical, operational and corporate stakeholders, you will oversee complex sourcing activities, establish effective procurement frameworks and ensure the reliable supply of clinical goods and services that meet organisational and patient needs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Leading and overseeing end-to-end procurement and sourcing activities
• Providing expert procurement advice
• Identifying opportunities for improvement and lead initiatives
• Preparing high-quality advice, recommendations, briefing and presentations

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Procurement, Business, Commerce or Legal would be well regarded
• Experience in a health care setting or complex public sector environment or organisation would be well regarded
• Experience in strategic procurement and category management, preferably within Clinical or health services would be highly regarded
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits of working with Gold Coast Health

• Supportive workplace with consideration for flexible working arrangements
• Career Development
• Diverse Work Culture
• Fitness Passport and wellbeing benefits
• 12.75% super + Salary Packaging
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Permanent full time (two positions)
• Base salary ranging from $155,432 - $167,467 per annum

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 27 July 2026

Join us and be a part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in healthcare. Make the move to the Gold Coast and enjoy a fulfilling career in a stunning location!

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC687680

For further in-depth requirements please refer to the attached Role Description.

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

***APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLINE*** Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• GC687680 - RD Category Manager (General Goods and Services) (PDF)
  
  GC687680 - RD Category Manager (Clinical Goods and Services) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)