Procurement & Contracts Manager

About Juniper:

At Juniper, we champion individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions, and places they love. Our mission is to empower older Western Australians to live a life well lived, supported by exceptional care, accommodation, and services across the state.

Join Juniper as a Procurement and Contracts Manager

Are you a strategic procurement leader ready to make a meaningful impact in aged care? Juniper, one of Western Australia's largest not-for-profit aged care providers, is seeking a Procurement and Contracts Manager to lead our sourcing and contract management functions with purpose and precision.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will lead a team of procurement professionals to deliver agile, efficient, and value-driven procurement and contract management strategies. This role is pivotal in ensuring our procurement systems support frontline services while aligning with best practices, compliance standards, and Juniper's core values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of procurement and contract management strategies across the organisation
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on procurement risks, opportunities, and governance
• Oversee supplier selection, performance monitoring, and contract compliance
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement systems, processes, and frameworks
• Manage stakeholder relationships to ensure procurement outcomes align with business needs
• Conduct commercial and contractual negotiations with suppliers
• Ensure procurement supports urgent and emergency events with responsive supplier engagement
• Develop and maintain preferred supplier frameworks and contract registers
• Lead training and capability development for procurement stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, legislation, and Juniper policies
• Promote safe work practices and uphold Juniper's values in all procurement activities

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years of procurement experience, including leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of contract law, project management, and procurement governance
• Exceptional negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (commercial, legal, project management)
• CIPS membership or postgraduate procurement qualifications (highly desirable)

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary starting from $145,000 per annum plus 12% superannuation
• Central Head Office in Balcatta with flexible remote work options
• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging—tax-free benefits up to $18,550 per year
• Option to salary package a fully maintained vehicle
• Free on-site parking for added convenience
• Access to Juniperks employee rewards and private health insurance discounts

How to Apply

Ready to make a meaningful impact in aged care across Western Australia? Submit your application online, including your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

For any questions or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Sarah Adair from our Recruitment team via email at sarah.adair2@juniper.org.au.

Please note: We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.