Category Specialist – Allied Health ServicesJoin icare's Strategic Partnering and Performance teamPermanent full time role | Open to candidates from Sydney, Parramatta, Gosford, Wollongong, NewcastleSalary GRADE 9/10, $120K + super, plus benefitsAbout the RoleThe Category Specialist – Allied Health Services is responsible for the end-to-end management of assigned Nominal Insurer (NI) and Treasury Managed Fund (TMF) scheme third party service provider (TPSP) portfolios and contracts for Allied Health Services.BenefitsA corporate wellbeing program with subsidised gym membership, free flu vaccinations and health check programs17.5% annual leave loadingicare day – access to an extra day's leaveComprehensive learning and development support aligned to icare's Core Capabilities.Our People Awards - On-the-spot Recognition, Quarterly Values Awards & Our People Annual AwardsAccess to our Employee Assistance ProgramDutiesIt's an exciting time at icare where no two days are the same; as a Category Specialist – Allied Health Services you will:Maintain a constant emphasis on the core vision of icare, that is make the complex simple so our schemes deliver better outcomes for those we serve.Be responsible for and own the performance of the assigned portfolios by defining the portfolios' role within icare, developing value propositions and providing trusted, expert advice through gathering and analysing data, attending industry forums and understanding supplier capabilities.Lead the optimisation of the performance of the assigned categories through the identification and implementation of innovative trials, championing continuous improvement with stakeholders and suppliers, and applying robust interrogation of performance data to establish a true performance landscape.Develop and implement strategic portfolio plans and initiatives to meet business needs, enhance stakeholder engagement, and challenge and motivate providers to optimise service outcomes.Build and maintain strong stakeholder and supplier relationships through formal and informal channels to understand required business outcomes, gain industry intelligence and provide expert recommendations to suppliers and business stakeholders on performance issues and identify areas of potential efficiencies.Skills & ExperienceDemonstrated extensive experience in portfolio/category management or equivalent in a large and complex service industry organisation.Minimum 5 years' portfolio/category management experience or equivalent.Commercial mindedness.Strong knowledge of portfolio/category and stakeholder/supplier relationship management.Ability to analyse data and develop accurate conclusions to support the assigned portfolios/categories.This role will be known as Commercial Specialist - Allied Health at icareCultureWe know our strength comes from the diversity of our people and would encourage people with different experiences and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to our people's development so the people of NSW can thrive.About the CompanyWe care for the people of NSW, building confidence and trust so our communities can thrive. We make the complex simple, so our schemes deliver better outcomes for people and communities. Whether a person is severely injured in the workplace or on our roads, icare supports their long-term care needs to improve quality of life, including helping people return to work.For more information about icare visit our websiteicare operates a direct sourcing model so no agency introductions will be acceptedWe are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicantA talent pool may be created through this recruitment process.Please note that you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport or have unrestricted working rights to apply for this role.For any enquiries kindly get in touch with TA Partner - ******
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