Associate Director, Procurement Excellence

1 day ago

Adelaide, South Australia SA Health Full time

Job no: 921799

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Procurement and Supply Chain and Contract Management

  • Department for Health and Wellbeing – Corporate & Infrastructure – Procurement and Supply Chain Management (PSCM)
  • Salary: $127,859 – MAS3 – Full Time / Ongoing appointment

Overview:

  • The Associate Director, Procurement Excellence is a senior leadership role responsible for driving strategic procurement and contract management across SA Health. Reporting to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), this role leads the development and execution of a state-wide procurement excellence program, including forward planning, performance reporting, and analytics.
  • Lead the design and implementation of a forward procurement plan aligned with SA Health's strategic priorities.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and contract management functions.
  • Coordinate category strategy planning and delivery in collaboration with the procurement leadership team.
  • Lead a team of contract management professionals focused on grants and services.
  • Ensure compliance with government procurement frameworks and deliver value-for-money outcomes.
  • Support healthcare service delivery through effective sourcing and contract lifecycle management.
  • Act as senior delegate to the CPO, representing the function in complex and politically sensitive environments.
  • Potential to expand leadership responsibilities to other procurement teams as required.

Strategic Focus Areas:

  • Transform and optimise procurement functions to enhance strategic value, efficiency, and service delivery.
  • Embed data-driven decision-making through robust reporting and analytics.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation within the procurement function.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 921799

Criminal History Screening Requirement

  • A 'National Police Certificate' NPC (also known as a 'Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check' NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment)

Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Enquiries

PSCM Recruitment & People

Phone:

E-mail:

Application Closing Date

Thursday, 27 November 2025 – 11:55PM

Attachments

  • Australian applicant guidelines
  • International applicant guidelines

Advertised: 18 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 27 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

  • Associate Director, Procurement Excellence

    3 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia SA Health - Dept for Health and Wellbeing Full time

    Department for Health and Wellbeing – Corporate & Infrastructure – Procurement and Supply Chain Management (PSCM)Salary: $127,859 – MAS3 – Full Time / Ongoing appointmentOverview:The Associate Director, Procurement Excellence is a senior leadership role responsible for driving strategic procurement and contract management across SA Health. Reporting...

  • Director, Finance and Procurement

    1 week ago

    Adelaide, South Australia SA Housing Trust Full time

    As the Director of Finance and Procurement will lead financial planning and procurement strategies, supporting the Trust's mission to deliver secure, affordable housing aligned with government priorities.About SA Housing TrustThe South Australian Housing Trust ( the Trust) is a modern, professional, and high-performing government agency committed to...

  • Associate Director, Finance

    24 hours ago

    Adelaide, South Australia City of Adelaide Full time

    Lead financial excellence in one of Australia's most liveable capital citiesShape city wide outcomes through strategic financial leadershipInfluence high-level decisions that drive long term community valueAbout the City of AdelaideFrom the start, the vision for Adelaide was a city of the future - celebrating its natural surrounds and adapting to the...

  • Associate Procurement and Contracts Manager

    1 week ago

    Adelaide, South Australia ElectraNet Pty Ltd Full time

    About ElectraNetElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to...

  • Associate Procurement and Contracts Manager

    1 week ago

    Adelaide, South Australia ElectraNet Full time

    About ElectraNetElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to...

  • Associate Procurement and Contracts Manager

    1 week ago

    Adelaide, South Australia ElectraNet Pty Limited Full time

    About ElectraNet ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to...

  • Associate Director

    3 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Turner & Townsend Full time

    Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's...

  • Procurement Lead

    3 days ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Department for Child Protection Full time

    Role Status: Full-time term vacancy available until 30 June 2027Remuneration: $121,107 - $125,679Role Details:Join the Department for Child Protection as the Procurement Lead based in Adelaide. This senior role sits within the Commissioning, Procurement and Contracts directorate and is central to delivering the KidSafe Connect Transformation Program. You...

  • Associate Director, Business Financing

    1 week ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Export Finance Australia Full time

    ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, BUSINESS FINANCING – South AustraliaJoin an organisation that has been proudly recognised certified as a 2025 Great Place to Work for five consecutive yearsHybrid work environmentPlay an impactful role in financing Australian exports and interestsExport Finance Australia (EFA) is the government's export credit agency.For almost 70...

  • Associate Director

    1 week ago

    Adelaide, South Australia Powerstaff Full time

    Associate Director / Senior Structural EngineerKey Responsibilities Structural engineering design on a wide range of projects across numerous market sectors. Establishing and maintaining personal relationships within the local market. Collaborating with clients, consultants, and contractors on projects. Managing projects, including fee estimates, tender...