Job Description
National Immunisation Manager
Permanent full-time position with competitive remuneration and benefits
Based in Sydney, Australia (Macquarie Park)
Contribute to the delivery of Australia's National Immunisation Program in a high-impact, strategic role
Collaborate with a supportive, cross-functional team across commercial, policy, medical, and supply functions
Looking for a new challenge where you can apply your vaccines, policy, and commercial expertise?
Reporting into the Vaccines Business Unit Director, you will play a critical role working with the vaccines commercial and policy teams to ensure vaccines are effectively implemented as part of the broader National Immunisation Strategy.
This role will manage relationships with state jurisdictions and support Commonwealth discussions with the Business Unit Director.
You will also play a key role in responding to Request for Tenders, managing state and national tenders across the portfolio, and supporting execution of the Australia National Immunisation Program Vaccines Strategy in line with company priorities and key government stakeholder needs.
You will be a role model, visibly demonstrating our company values and expectations to internal employees and external stakeholders.
We are looking for someone with strategic agility, commercial acumen, and strong communication and influencing skills, as this role requires broad stakeholder management in a complex matrix environment.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Track and report monthly stock movements and ensure NIP vaccine agreement terms are met
Collaborate with Federal, State and Territory jurisdictions to ensure productive availability and management of company vaccines through relevant tenders and contracts
Contribute to the business's overall approach to national vaccine and pharmaceutical tenders
Ensure tender submissions for publicly funded vaccine programs align with population health policies and key immunisation stakeholder needs




Assess the impact of policy and regulatory matters on the vaccine environment and their implications for the company
Work with commercial, government affairs, and medical teams to define the strategic focus of the NIP business
Build and maintain relationships with government stakeholders, including program managers and technical experts
Maintain oversight of key internal vaccine tender platforms and collaborate with global and local commercial stakeholders to ensure accurate forecasts
Scope and position future vaccines for broader state and national programs
Maximise the vaccine portfolio through effective policy strategies and government relationships
Manage demand forecasting and supply for all NIP vaccines, with clear communication to internal stakeholders to ensure accurate supply commitments aligned to forecast
Be the key contact for PHNs and identify opportunities for our company to partake in PHN activities aligned with our company's Vaccines vision of increasing uptake
What You Must Have
Tertiary or postgraduate qualification in science, health, pharmacy, public health, or a related discipline
Proven experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector, with vaccines, public health, tendering, or government stakeholder engagement highly regarded
We Are Looking For
An experienced and strategic commercial leader with experience in a similar role
Strong relationship management and negotiation skills, including government relationship management
Vaccines experience and an understanding of the Australian National Immunisation Program and healthcare landscape preferred
Experience designing, developing, and delivering health-related programs for consumers and healthcare professionals
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, critical appraisal,



and problem-solving skills
Proven team leadership and motivation skills
Ability to adapt communication style for different audiences
Strong influencing, conflict management, and stakeholder management skills
What You Can Expect
A high-impact role at the centre of Australia's National Immunisation Program strategy
Exposure to complex government, policy, and commercial stakeholder engagement
The opportunity to shape tender strategy, portfolio execution, and future vaccine positioning
Close collaboration with commercial, policy, medica*l, and supply teams in a matrix environment
The chance to influence meaningful public health outcomes through vaccine access and program delivery
Support from a global pharmaceutical organisation with opportunities to grow your expertise and broaden your impact
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing talented and committed people together.
The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when ideas come together in an inclusive environment.
We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.
Required Skills
Brand Management, Content Creation, Creativity, Cross-Functional Leadership, Customer Insights, Digital Consumer Engagement, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Market Segmentation, Omnichannel Marketing, Product Launches, Product Management, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking
Employee Status
Regular
Relocation
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship
No
Travel Requirements
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements
Hybrid
Shift
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License
No
Hazardous Material(s)
N/A
Job Posting End Date
10/21/2026
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