Senior Contract Manager

At Bupa, our purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. This is at the core of who we are, making us a healthcare provider that strives to deliver meaningful change. contributing to our ambition to be the world’s most customer-centric healthcare company.  The opportunity: We have a new opportunity for a Senior Contract Manager  to join Bupa's APAC Procurement team. In this role, you will play a key role in leading the development and execution of enterprise-wide contract management strategies across Bupa. This includes accountability for delivering best-value outcomes through effective supplier engagement, commercial negotiation, and proactive contract governance. Categories may include medical and professional service s. We’re looking for an energetic new team member with deep contract knowledge and commercial management and who has an ability to assess, negotiate, and implement contract outcomes that align with Bupa’s operational needs, risk tolerance, and commercial goals.  This is a Sydney or Melbourne-based permanent role with hybrid work arrangements. Key Responsibilities Drive strategic contract managemen t across a diverse portfolio, championing continuous improvement and alignment with enterprise-wide governance frameworks.  S hape the future of contract excellence  by collaborating with senior leaders to refine principles, policies, and standards that elevate Bupa’s commercial outcomes.  Lead complex, high-value contract lifecycles from strategy to post-award management, ensuring stakeholder alignment and optimal supplier engagement.  Negotiate with impact , securing commercially sound and risk-aligned terms that deliver long-term value across the supplier landscape.  Partner cross-functionally , including Legal and Procurement, to ensure timely, accurate contract execution and seamless stakeholder collaboration.  Be a trusted leader  and delegate , supporting the Head of Contract Management in resolving competing priorities and ensuring operational continuity across APAC.  Why work at Bupa? We keep our people smiling by helping them improve their lives in and outside of the office. We’re a welcoming lot, no matter who you are or where you’ve come from. We welcome all talents and backgrounds and embrace our differences, so you can bring your true self to work. We support our people to be the best version of themselves, physically and mentally. With a healthy work/life balance, leadership support, study leave, volunteering options and a commitment to promoting from within. We reward our people and celebrate their success, provide initiatives that develop careers and look after our people’s health, wellbeing, and futures. What do I need? Extensive experience (10+ years) in procurement, contract management, or related commercial roles , with a strong track record in strategy development and execution.  Exceptional negotiation skills , with proven success in securing favourable commercial outcomes through strategic and innovative approaches.  Strong analytical capability , including proficiency in business case development, risk profiling, cost modelling, and financial forecasting.  Influential leadership and collaboration , with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and build strong stakeholder relationships across complex organisational structures.  Commercial acumen and accountability , with a focus on supplier performance, service level adherence, and value delivery.  Customer-centric mindset , with the ability to align contract strategies to enhance customer experience outcomes.  Relevant qualifications, including tertiary education in Business, Commerce, Law, or Engineering; MCIPS or PMP certifications highly regarded. About Bupa Asia Pacific: Bupa is an international healthcare group which has been committed to a purpose of helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world for more than 70 years. Bupa Asia Pacific operates in Australia, New Zealand and Hong Kong, supporting about 6.5 million customers through a broad range of health and care services including health insurance, aged care, dental, medical, optical and hearing services. Employing more than 20,000 people in the region, we believe that we can make a real difference to the lives of customers through our values, purpose and the way that we deliver personalised care. Our people reflect the diversity of our community. At Bupa, your wellbeing, identity and own story is respected and valued.