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Reporting to the Director Finance & Corporate Services, the Supply Manager oversees the supply chain function at Burnside Hospital for both of our sites, located at Stepney and Toorak Gardens. The role is both operational and strategic in nature focused on delivering improved efficiency, system evolution, streamlining processes, and enhancing the quality and timeliness of the supply chain service. Measuring and reporting on supplier performance is an important part of the role, as is partnering with other health service supply chain departments. This is a permanent full-time opportunity with a required presence across both Burnside Hospital sites.Key responsibilities include:The development and delivery of the Supply Departments operational plans and initiatives, ensuring reliability, efficiency, financial, performance and sustainability targets are metPreparation and management of inventory, operating and capital financial expenditure and budgetsTimely, relevant and accurate reportingPromotion and evolution of system enhancements.The Supply Manager is also responsible for developing and delivering services, systems, projects and business solutions within the Supply Department to support Burnside Hospital, with a key focus on:The formulation, implementation and delivery of purchasing and stores servicesEnsuring all services optimise and enhance efficiencies and patient-centred performanceEnsuring all services are provided in accordance with organisational, financial, operational and quality standardsEnsuring activities of the Supply Department support the Hospitals brand and reputationIntroducing, reviewing and optimising policies and systems to ensure compliance and risk mitigationDelivering business information enabling traceability, early identification and responsiveness of opportunities and issuesManaging contractor relationships to ensure value-for-money, quality, safety and reliability of services.Team leadership is a key component of this role, requiring a manager who:Embodies Burnside Hospitals values-based approachFosters a high-performance team culture and continual staff development through reviewing, coaching and trainingEnsures supply team activities comply with relevant legislation, standards, policies and proceduresPromotes a safety culture within the team, fostering a healthy and safe working environmentBuilds and maintains the Supply Departments engagement, cooperation, understanding and synergy across our hospitalsDevelops and maintains internal and external relationships to support delivery of strategic and operational plans and goals.You will be a technically proficient and experienced supply chain leader who enjoys engaging with internal and external stakeholders.This position requires an individual who has:Tertiary qualification in business management or procurement, and/or demonstrated experience in similar roleExperience in a similar industry with a commercial background and thorough understanding of stores management and development and maintenance of stores inventory systemsDemonstrated leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate people to achieve outcomesExperience in implementing and controlling budgets, resources and governance processesKnowledge of specific relevant industry guidelines including but not limited to Australian Council on Healthcare Standards, National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHSS), Australian Standards and Statutory requirementsExceptional negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to establish effective business relationships with internal and external stakeholdersDemonstrated project management, decision making, and problem-solving skillsProficiency in relevant systems, particularly Microsoft Office and inventory management systemsDrive, enthusiasm and commitment, with a visionary, results-oriented outlook and ability to champion changeStrong organisational skills and attention to detail, with ability to respond to continual changing prioritiesThe highest ethical standards and treats all hospital and patient matters with confidentiality and respect.You will enjoy the benefit of:A greater take home pay, through the option to salary package up to $18,550 pre-tax annually on a range of everyday living expenses, meals and entertainment, and vehicle novated lease and associated vehicle running expenses.A healthy work life balance through flexible work options.A wellbeing program which includes counselling support and three free physiotherapy sessions per year.Various health-related discounts and offerings.About us:Burnside Hospital is committed to providing exceptional care to our patients, their families, and the community. Our vision is to be the hospital of choice, trusted for our compassionate services and innovative practices. We pride ourselves on our values-based approach of caring with empathy and respect, prioritising safety and well-being, and investing in continuous learning and professional growth. We work together as a team and value diversity, ensuring a positive, inclusive culture for our staff.If you are a motivated person who realises the opportunity this role offers and are ready to be a part of a team where you can utilise your skills to deliver positive outcomes, we want to hear from you!Simply complete the application process by clicking the Apply Now'' button and submit your current resume and cover letter.At Burnside Hospital we embrace, endorse and celebrate difference, and are committed to creating and fostering a diverse and inclusive community and culture where everyone belongs. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, all age groups, the LGBTQ+ community, and culturally diverse backgrounds, including First Nations People. Our team values diverse perspectives, deepening our understanding of the needs of our patients and stakeholders, helping create a great place to work and volunteer.Burnside Hospital is a proud GOLD Tier Health + Wellbeing Equality Index (HWEI) holder and partners with Pride in Health and Wellbeing in our provision of safe and inclusive workplaces and services.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory working with children check and pre-employment health assessment.No recruitment agencies please. #J-18808-Ljbffr