Category Manager in Sydney

Category Manager in Sydney

Sydney Temporary 117360 - 143440 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead procurement for non-clinical categories and develop impactful strategies.
  • Company: Join Ramsay Health Care, a leading private hospital operator in Australia.
  • Benefits: Enjoy career development, health perks, flexible work options, and financial benefits.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and national exposure.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare by optimising procurement processes.
  • Qualifications: Experience in category management and strong stakeholder engagement skills required.

The predicted salary is between 117360 - 143440 $ per year.

Head Office - Sydney - St Leonards Park NSW

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end procurement across non-clinical categories, including catering, linen, waste management, facilities management, maintenance and nursing agencies.
  • Develop and implement category strategies aligned with operational requirements and broader organisational objectives.
  • Partner with stakeholders across hospital sites to understand operational needs and deliver practical, fit-for-purpose procurement solutions.
  • Build and maintain effective supplier relationships across distributors, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and global brands.
  • Drive commercial outcomes through strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier performance management and cost optimisation.
  • Review and improve operating models across facilities and support services to enhance efficiency, consistency and service delivery.

About You

You are an experienced procurement or category management professional who combines strong commercial acumen with a practical, stakeholder-focused approach. You will bring:

  • Proven experience in category management, ideally within healthcare or another complex, service-oriented environment.
  • Experience across non-clinical procurement categories such as facilities management, catering, waste, linen or agency labour.
  • Experience managing business and professional services categories, including records management, labour hire or agency services.
  • A strong understanding of supplier ecosystems, including distributors, OEMs and branded suppliers.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams.
  • The ability to translate operational requirements into commercially sound, practical solutions that deliver measurable value.

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to influence procurement outcomes across critical hospital operations.
  • A collaborative, purpose-driven environment where your work supports the delivery of quality healthcare.
  • A national remit with exposure to diverse stakeholders, suppliers and service categories.
  • A 2-year fixed-term opportunity to deliver meaningful commercial and operational outcomes.

What's in It for You?

  • Career development: Recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy.
  • Everyday savings: Ramsay Rewards, offering exclusive deals across more than 100 retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more.
  • Health and wellbeing: Reduced hospital cover costs, enhanced extras limits on selected services, and pharmacy and allied health discounts.
  • Work-life balance: Flexible working options where available, flexible leave and free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7.
  • Financial benefits: Salary packaging, novated leasing and discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay Health Care?

At Ramsay Health Care, People Caring for People is at the heart of everything we do. Joining our team means contributing to an organisation where procurement plays an important role in supporting our hospitals, our people and the communities we serve.

  • National scale: Be part of one of Australia's largest private hospital operators, with a broad national network and diverse operational needs.
  • Purpose-driven work: Help ensure our hospitals have the services and supplier partnerships they need to operate effectively.
  • Professional growth: Work in a values-led organisation that supports collaboration, development and career opportunities across its network.

Category Manager in Sydney employer: Head Office - Sydney

Ramsay Health Care is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant St Leonards Park, Sydney, where you will be part of a values-led workplace that prioritises personal and professional support. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer numerous benefits including career development programs, flexible rostering options, and exclusive discounts to enhance your lifestyle. Join us and experience a culture of 'people caring for people' while enjoying the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

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Contact Details:

Head Office - Sydney Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Category Manager in Sydney

Category Management
Procurement
Commercial Acumen
Stakeholder Engagement
Supplier Relationship Management
Contract Negotiation
Cost Optimisation