Job Description

Senior Category and Contracts Specialist

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Job no: 506730
n Work type: Permanent
n Location: Newstead
n Categories: All other

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About the role

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Mater have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Category & Contracts Specialist to join our team for a permanent position in the team based at Mater's Newstead campus. In this influential role, you'll play a key part in driving the delivery of value for money through the design and implementation of best practice procurement methodologies.

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As the Senior Category & Contracts Specialist, you will lead strategic category and contract management activities to deliver value, mitigate risk and drive continuous improvement across Mater. The role will evolve a strong customer-focused culture within Procurement and Supply Chain Operations that builds collaborative relationships and influences a positive business partnering approach. The successful candidate will:

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- Develop and implement category and contract strategies to deliver value for money.
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- Lead and support end-to-end procurement and tender activities, including high-value and complex sourcing.
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- Identify opportunities to improve value from Mater's procurement spend and deliver measurable advantages.
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- Develop category plans, sourcing strategies and procurement initiatives.
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- Support the negotiation and execution of commercial contracts.
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- Manage supplier performance and resolve complex customer and supplier issues.
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- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
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- Maintain category, supplier, contract, spend and performance information to support effective decision-making.
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- Identify market trends, innovation opportunities and industry developments to inform category strategies.
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About you

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You are a commercially astute, driven,



and go-getter procurement professional who thrives in a complex environment and enjoys building trusted partnerships to deliver meaningful outcomes. A hands-on approach enables you to proactively identify opportunities and overcome challenges, consistently driving value and excellence.

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- Extensive experience in procurement, category and contract management within a large, complex organisation
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- Strong expertise in commercial negotiation, contract development and supplier management
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- Proven ability to develop and implement strategic procurement and category initiatives
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- Demonstrated experience managing complex supplier and stakeholder issues and resolving performance concerns
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- Strong analytical capability, with experience using e-procurement systems and generating meaningful insights from data
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- A relevant procurement or business qualification or certification (desirable)
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- A commitment to Mater's Mission, Values and behavioural standards, with a strong focus on collaboration, integrity and service excellence
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Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world‐class expertise across healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research . With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

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At Mater,



our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

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What's in it for you?

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- Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
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- Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
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- Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
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- Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
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- Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
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- Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
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- A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters
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Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

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Applications close Sunday 11 th October 2026

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All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‐employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

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Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.

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Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

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Advertised: 18 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
n Applications close: 11 Oct 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

📌 Senior Category and Contracts Specialist (Canberra)
🏢 Mater Health Services
📍 Canberra