Senior Purchasing Officer – Strategic Procurement

About the role

The Senior Purchasing Officer will support the Strategic Procurement team at Fiona Stanley Hospital, ensuring purchase orders, invoicing, and supplier interactions are managed accurately and efficiently. This fast‑paced, collaborative position contributes to continuous improvement and compliance across Procure‑to‑Pay processes.

Key responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders within required timeframes.
• Support supplier negotiations, low‑value quote sourcing, and dispute resolution.
• Process goods receipting, invoicing workflows, and supplier enquiries.
• Investigate and resolve blocked invoices and GR/IR discrepancies.
• Lead and mentor Purchasing team members through training and technical guidance.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Required profile

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or Procure‑to‑Pay environments.
• Strong knowledge of P2P systems, preferably SAP.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proven communication and stakeholder‑engagement capabilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and team‑development abilities.
• Proactive and calm approach in fast‑paced settings.

Required skills

• SAP

What we offer

• Hybrid working arrangements to support work‑life balance.
• Career development and leadership growth opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to employee wellbeing programs and discounts.
• Long‑term stability within a government‑backed contract.