Tax-free benefits: Up to $18,549 of your income tax-free through salary packaging Salary Range - $75,000-85,000 per year Flexible work: Enjoy a better work-life balance with work-from-home options Purposeful work: Use your skills and experience to make a meaningful difference Professional development: Benefit from opportunities for career growth and skill development Permanent full-time position: Enjoy job stability and security with full-time work About us Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a leading not-for-profit provider of residential, home care, and retirement living services for senior Australians. Our dedicated team of 700 care professionals work tirelessly to deliver personalised support and care to more than 1,100 aged care residents and home care consumers. We believe in empowering our consumers to live their lives with dignity and choice every day. At LHG, we are committed to providing the highest quality care to our consumers. We constantly innovate and nurture our staff to ensure we remain at the forefront of best practice in the industry. We take pride in our rich tradition and history, and we strive to grow while maintaining the values that define us. Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in the lives of senior Australians. About the role As Procurement & Contracts Administrator with LHG you will report to General Manager, Commercial and responsible for overseeing tender and proposal preparation, contract negotiations, and vendor management in close collaboration with key stakeholders. Your role is critical in ensuring contractor compliance, performance, and developing insightful KPI reports to enhance contract and contractor performance. You will contribute to LHG's growth by developing corporate partnerships and driving commercially based projects to meet operational needs and foster continuous improvement. Key Duties Identify and procure suitable vendors and suppliers by adhering to compliant procurement processes Lead negotiations for contracts and ensure the finalisation of contract terms and conditions Maintain an extensive contract database and routinely assess existing contracts Work collaboratively with contract owners and stakeholders to oversee and enhance contract and contractor performance Monitor and supervise contract closures, extensions, or renewals when necessary Ensure contractors meet organisational compliance prerequisites, including insurance, background checks, and necessary certifications Manage and uphold the electronic contractor management system within the organisation Manage insurance claims related to the organisation’s fleet as required Evaluate and enhance the existing procurement function, devising procurement improvement plans Formulate sourcing strategies for procurement, from inception to execution Analyse market trends and conditions to ascertain pricing, availability, lead times, and capacity of goods and services Generate and deliver procurement management reports to facilitate expenditure control Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure equipment stock levels meet resident care and service demands Identify the needs of both internal and external stakeholders and devise strategies to fulfill those requirements Implement enhancements that conform to organisational policies and adhere to industry best practices About you Tertiary qualifications in supply chain management, commerce, or other business-related studies, or equivalent experience Membership of a procurement or commerce-related profession (Desirable) Experience in establishing strong supplier relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Proficient in contract analysis and compliance assessment Strong negotiation skills, including effective articulation of negotiation strategies Strong report writing skills for clear conveyance of findings and recommendations Sound judgment in managing contracts and vendor relationships Proactive and self-directed work style IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office Meticulous attention to detail for accurate record-keeping Previous experience in aged care (Desirable) Candidates may be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment with the successful candidate requiring current NDIS worker clearance or Current National Police check. In accordance with current health guidelines for the aged care sector, candidates are encouraged to have all recommended vaccinations. Why LHG? Work with passion and purpose to drive positive outcomes in an inspiring and stimulating work environment Utilise your skills and experience to make a real difference in the lives of senior Australians Receive coaching and mentoring from our experienced managers who are invested in your growth and development Unleash your potential with opportunities to learn and grow within the organisation Collaborate with a team of like-minded professionals in a supportive and empowering environment How to apply To apply or to see a detailed position description, please click ‘Apply Now’ Applications close 11:45pm Thursday 23 November 2023. Candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed prior to the closing date so apply today Please note we are not accepting recruitment agency applications at this time.