We are strengthening our procurement capability and seeking an experienced procurement professional to support the delivery of strategic sourcing outcomes at Gold Coast Health. This is a unique opportunity to apply your procurement expertise in a complex healthcare environment, contributing to innovative sourcing solutions, value-for-money outcomes and exceptional healthcare delivery.

Job details

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

• Principal Procurement Advisor (General Goods and Services)
• Principal Procurement Advisor (Clinical Goods and Services)

 About Your New Role

As a Principal Procurement Advisor, you will be responsible for supporting either the Clinical Goods and Services category or the General Goods and Services category. You will deliver strategic sourcing and procurement activities, provide expert advice to stakeholders, and contribute to category management initiatives that deliver value-for-money outcomes and support high-quality healthcare services.

Working with a broad range of stakeholders, you will manage complex procurement projects, undertake market analysis, develop sourcing strategies and support supplier and contract performance across your portfolio. This is an opportunity to apply your procurement expertise in a dynamic healthcare environment and make a meaningful contribution to patient outcomes.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex procurement and sourcing activities across the Clinical Goods and Services or General Goods and Services portfolio
• Provide specialist procurement and commercial advice to support strategic and operational objectives
• Drive value-for-money outcomes through sourcing strategies, supplier engagement and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications and Experience

• While not mandatory, demonstrated knowledge of complex sourcing strategies, including experience managing high-value, high-risk procurements, with strong capability in contract development and commercial negotiations.
• Deep expertise in procurement governance, frameworks and assurance practices within health and/or highly complex organisations is highly desirable.
• Relevant qualifications in procurement, business, commerce or a related field will be highly regarded, as will professional procurement certifications or membership of a recognised industry body.
• 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 $144,315 - $154,879 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 Wednesday 16 September 2026

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: GC691750

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.

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Documents

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

• GC691750 - RD (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)