Location:
Footscray Hospital
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Ongoing
Salary:
Admin Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
The Purchasing Administrator
is responsible for
providing administrative and procurement support to the Surgery, Endoscopy, and Anaesthesia division, including coordinating purchasing activities,
maintaining
records, and ensuring efficient supply
processes.
Key
r
esponsibilities:
Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including processing purchase requisitions,
obtaining
and evaluating quotes, placing orders, and tracking deliveries.
Oversee and manage the Purchasing inbox, delegating workflow and responding to urgent requests and issues
in a timely manner
.
Process theatre and clinic-related invoices, including loan and pay-and-replace proformas, as well as usage reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Coordinate purchasing activities for Surgery, Endoscopy, Anaesthesia, and theatre reception requirements.
Source and
procure
IT-related products for the SEAS division, including coordinating installation where
.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to orders, shipments, invoices, and requisitions, ensuring
accurate
billing and record-keeping.
Process and
maintain
records for equipment repairs and service replacements
in accordance with
contracted service agreements
About
y
ou:
Demonstrated excellent organisational and time management skills.
High level
of attention to detail and accuracy
.
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong commitment to delivering customer-focused service.
Proven ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment.
Demonstrated initiative, with the ability to exercise discretion,
maintain
confidentiality, and apply sound judgement.
Advanced
proficiency
in Microsoft Office Suite and financial/accounting systems
Click here for the Position Description.
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant,



diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-
centred
care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and
paediatric
patients and newborn babies. Specialties include
oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases,
geriatrics
and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan
Kirner
Women's and Children's),
Footscray
Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh.
Western Health also
provides
the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.
Why
j
oin
u
s?
Compensation and
b
enefits
Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards
.
Health and
w
ellbeing
p
rograms, including flexible work arrangements
.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and
d
evelopment
o
pportunities




Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for
personali
s
ed
learning pathways.
Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support
.
Community
i
mpact and
i
nclusion
Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organi
s
ational
c
ulture and
e
nvironment
Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If
you're
passionate about
compassionate care, innovation
, and community
wellbeing
, we'd love to hear from you. Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date:
11:59pm on 9 June ****.
Enquiries:
For further information about this role, contact Cassandra Cook on ************.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a secure environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an
Immunisation
Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health do
es
not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from
r
ecruitment
a
gencies.
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📌 Purchasing Administrator (Australia)
🏢 Western Health
📍 Australia