- Department for Health and Wellbeing – Commissioning and Performance Division – Procurement, Supply Chain, and Finance
- Classification: SAES Level 1 – Full Time / Term Contract (Temporary up to Three Years)
Chief Procurement Officer – SA Health Shape Strategic Procurement and Contract Leadership for South Australia’s Health System
Are you a strategic thinker with sound expertise in procurement, contracts, and government compliance? SA Health is seeking a Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) to lead and oversee all procurement activities, driving value, innovation, and efficiency across the health sector.
Who we are:
Procurement, Supply Chain & Finance (PSCF) provides strategic leadership and statewide support across procurement, contract management, logistics, fleet, travel, finance, and corporate business systems—ensuring SA Health has access to the essential goods, services, and systems needed to deliver effective public healthcare.
We are driven by excellence, innovation, and collaboration, delivering value through ethical procurement, sound financial management, and inclusive economic development.
Our focus is on enabling high-quality health outcomes for South Australians through resilient supply chains, responsive services, and a supportive, wellbeing-focused workforce.
Benefits:
As a member of our team, you will experience a workplace which values your growth and emphasises your well-being. You can look forward to:
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our hybrid working environment and flexible working arrangements which support you in balancing your professional and personal commitments.
- Career Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning programs such as IPAA courses and our iLearn portal.
- Study Support: Learning is part of who are, and we proactively encourage our teams to take advantage of our study support options such as study leave or reimbursement where applicable.
- Health and Wellness: Take advantage of Flexitime to support your lifestyle and access to an Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) to support your well-being in and outside of the workplace.
About the role
The Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) will lead SA Health’s strategic procurement and contracts portfolio, overseeing the procurement of services, products, and biomedical equipment with an annual spend of over $3 Billion. Reporting to the Executive Director, Procurement Supply Chain, and Finance, the CPO is responsible for leading the Category Management, Sourcing, and Contract Management teams. This executive role provides strategic oversight of all sourcing and contract management activities across SA Health, including state-wide agreements, dynamic panels, and complex commercial arrangements such as the Royal Adelaide Hospital Public Private Partnership (PPP). The CPO will champion high-performing, compliant, and value-driven procurement that enables health services across SA Health entities, including Local Health Networks, SA Ambulance Service, Preventive Health SA, and the Commission for Excellence and Innovation in Health. A key focus of the role is ensuring that procurement strategies support the delivery of health services, supplier engagement, and long-term health outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading and coordinating the delivery of strategic, complex, high-value, and high-risk procurement and contract management activities.
- Overseeing the lifecycle sourcing and contracting of services, products, and biomedical equipment, aligned with SA Health's operational and strategic priorities.
- Providing executive oversight of high-value commercial agreements, including the Royal Adelaide Hospital PPP, through designated senior leadership.
- Designing and executing category-specific sourcing strategies that drive system-wide value, sustainability, and service innovation.
- Building and maintaining strategic relationships with internal stakeholders, health leaders, and external partners, including government and industry bodies.
- Mentoring and managing senior staff across category planning, strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and contract governance functions.
- Representing SA Health in interjurisdictional procurement networks and government procurement forums.
Why Join Us?
SA Health is committed to delivering excellence in healthcare for the South Australian community. As part of the South Australian Executive Service, this leadership role plays a pivotal part in shaping procurement strategies that enhance healthcare outcomes. You'll work in an environment where collaboration, transparency, and integrity drive every decision.
About You
We are looking for a highly skilled procurement leader with:
- Extensive experience in strategic procurement for government or large organisations.
- Proven ability to lead complex negotiations and high-value contracts.
- Strong expertise in compliance, risk management, and supplier relationships.
- Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
- Ability to drive innovation and operational excellence in procurement and supply chain management.
Executive Core Competencies
Within the context of the role responsibilities described above and in the position description, ideally you will be someone who can competitively demonstrate your knowledge, skills and experiences and their suitability against the South Australian Executive Service (SAES) Competency Framework in the context of the essential requirements for this role.
Join us today and be a valued member of an organisation which not only invests in your professional growth but also values you.
Apply via the buttons below, we are excited to see what we’ll achieve together!
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: 907677
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
PSCF People & Culture
Phone: (08) 8425 2600
E-mail: Health.PSCMStaffManagement@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
Friday, 25 July 2025 - 11.55PM
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