Device Category Manager (12 months fixed term)

Device Category Manager (12 months fixed term)

Pharmac – Wellington Central, North Island

At Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga we endeavour to deliver the best health outcomes for all New Zealanders through investment in medicines and medical devices.

We are a close-knit whānau with around 190 kaimahi. We take pride in what we do, work hard, and have fun along the way.

Our values | ngā uruatanga, ground our behaviour and guide our thinking :

• Whakarongo - we listen with intent and empathy to understand
• Tūhono - we connect with people, communities, the health system and each other
• Wānanga - we draw on evidence and people's experiences to improve
• Kaitiakitanga - we safeguard wellbeing for New Zealanders, now and for the future

This is an opportunity to be at the core of Pharmac's operations and help build a new approach to medical device purchasing and funding in the public health system.

With clear direction from our Ministers, Pharmac is leading the evaluation and procurment of medical devices that have a therapeutic impact on patients, and putting in place commercial arrangements with suppliers for medical devices for use by Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora.

In this rewarding and challenging role, you would have responsibility for several categories, securing new supplier agreements for relevant medical devices and contributing to long-term market management in those areas. You'll also contribute to our transition plan as we work with Health NZ on transferring over some of our categories.

The role would see you engaging and seeking advice from a wide range of stakeholders, including clinical, technical and operational experts within Health NZ, industry representative bodies and patient advocacy groups.

Who are we looking for? | Mā wai te mahi nei?

Your high level of analytical ability and problem solving will be critical when presenting clear business cases derived from complex scientific, clinical, and financial data. Your ability to work with ease with clinicians and senior stakeholders will be essential to your success within this role.

Our ideal candidate would have :

The role has a level of autonomy and applicants will need to be self-driven to manage time-pressured work but also need to work as part of a team. You will be part of the Devices team and supported to learn and succeed in our dynamic workplace.

Who are you? | Ko wai koe?

In your application we invite you to share who you are, your personal values, your whakapapa, as well as your interests and motivations in applying for this role. We are interested to learn about your personal attributes, experiences and the diverse perspectives you could bring to the role and Te Pātaka Whaioranga. We acknowledge attributes may extend to having been gained outside of the workforce and encourage you to share these in your application.

We are a whānau centered organisation and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work life balance. To support our kaimahi and their whānau we offer :

At Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga we welcome all staff with a mihi whakatau during their first month. For kaimahi Māori, we offer mihi whakatau on your first day, where your whānau and manuhiri are welcome to attend. As you come through our waharoa, you will be welcomed into our support network.

The salary range for this role is $108,920 - $147,098 total remuneration, inclusive of 3% KiwiSaver Employer contribution, with starting salaries typically up to the mid-point, depending on the knowledge, skills, and experience the candidate brings to the role.

We strive to represent Aotearoa and the diverse communities we serve. We are committed to championing workplace inclusion and acknowledge that in order to do their best work, we must foster an environment where people are comfortable to be themselves and work in a way that best suits their individual needs.

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