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Chief Procurement Officer
(Executive Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management)
SAES 1
Department for Health and Ageing
Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Deputy Chief Executive, Finance and Corporate Services
March 2014/July 2016
ROLE CONTEXT
Primary Objective(s) of role
Background
SA Health comprises South Australia's public health services which consist of the Department for Health
and Ageing, SA Ambulance Service and the local health networks, namely Central Adelaide Local Health
Network, Southern Adelaide Local Health Network, Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, Country
Health SA Local Health Network and Women’s and Children’s Health Network.
As outlined in South Australia's Health Care Plan, SA Health is working to improve our health care system
to deliver quality services to all in our community. South Australia's highly regarded public health system
is facing challenges in providing health care in light of an ageing population with growing health care
needs and a rise in chronic diseases.
Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Central to responding to this challenge of making the health service more efficient is a strategically led,
responsive and adaptive Procurement and Supply Chain Management Service.
The Procurement and Supply Chain Management Service performs both a state-wide strategic leadership
and operational role in sourcing, contract management, commercial advice, supply chain and logistics
and fleet management to support the delivery of public health services in South Australia.
With a large and diverse workforce the Service provides specialist and critical functions to ensure SA
Health can meet its objectives. These functions include : setting and promoting the procurement and supply chain management and policy position for SA
Health;
 developing, implementing and maintaining procurement and supply chain management
technology and systems of work;
 identifying and leading reform projects to continually provide value for money and improve health
care services;
 building capacity within SA Health to undertake effective procurement activities and manage
provider and supplier contracts;
 developing and implementing procurement strategies and leading tenders for large, complex and
commercially/politically sensitive items which range from service arrangements with the not for
profit sector, ICT goods and services, health consumables and equipment, (e.g. biomedical) and
other services;
 developing and implementing contract management strategies and managing complex and critical
contracts;
 managing the procurement, storage, replenishment and distribution of items to public hospitals,
dental clinics, pathology laboratories, ambulance stations, and primary health care centres;
 undertaking an emergency management role in supply chain and logistics;
 managing SA Health’s Travel Services;
 managing SA Health's fleet of vehicles; and
 leading and participating in cross agency and cross jurisdictional initiatives.
Direct Reports
The Chief Procurement Officer has direct line management responsibility for a senior management team
and provides leadership, management and performance monitoring of a large directorate of staff located
across South Australia.
Key Relationships/ Interactions:
Internal
The Chief Procurement Officer reports to the Deputy Chief Executive, Finance and Corporate Services and
is accountable to the Chief Executive, SA Health in the capacity of Principal Officer as per the State
Procurement Act 2004.
The Chief Procurement Officer provides specialist and highly technical advice to the Minister, Chief
Executive, Chief Executive Officers, Executive Directors, senior Executives and Clinical staff across SA
Health.
External
The Chief Procurement Officer is required to build effective working relationships, networks and
partnerships with internal and external bodies at all levels. This includes the Department of Treasury and
Finance, State Procurement Board, other government and non-government agencies, private sector
suppliers and community stakeholder groups (both at a State and national level).
Challenges associated with Role
As a Senior Executive within SA Health, the Chief Procurement Officer will promote and provide effective
leadership, vision and strategic initiative to ensure the delivery of quality services in line with South
Australia's Strategic Plan and SA Health reform objectives and priorities.
With major reforms taking place including the opening of the new Royal Adelaide Hospital, Transforming
Health and the roll out of EPAS there is a need for nimble leadership
The position works closely with the Local Health Networks.
As Chief Procurement Officer you would be the management and administration of the services provided.
This involves ensuring the establishment and implementation of strategies and delivery of services in
compliance with SA Health, SA Government and national guidelines, legislation and reporting obligations.
SA Health represents approximately one third of SA Government expenditure.
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Delegations:
Staff supervised:
PSCM staff established 354.7 FTE
Delegations/Authorisations
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Procurement authority for up to $1.1M.
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Contract execution on behalf of the Minister for Health and the Minister for Mental Health and
Substance Abuse.
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Classify a document (or part of a document) exempt as per the requirements of the Freedom of
Information Act 1991, Schedule 1 on behalf of the Minister for Health and the Minister for
Mental Health.
Financial Accountability
 Operational budget: $15M+ per annum.
Human Resources
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Direct Reports - 6 (1x SAES1, 4x MAS3, 1xAS04).
Indirect Reports - 348 (Public Sector Act 2009 and Health Care Act 2008) across 37 sites statewide.
Scope of Service Provision
 Up to 700 SA Health sites state-wide.
 Approximately 1,900 fleet vehicles.
 Procurement of both capital and recurrent funded:
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Consumables (medical and surgical, pathology, dental, ambulance);
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Equipment (biomedical, office and !CT);
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Services (facilities, !CT, professional services, community services and consultants);
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Minor works.
Resilience
SA Health employees persevere to achieve goals, stay calm under pressure and are open to feedback.
Performance Development
The incumbent will be required to participate in the organisation’s Performance Review and Development
Program which will include a regular review of the incumbent’s performance against the responsibilities
and key result areas associated with their position and a requirement to demonstrate appropriate
behaviours which reflect a commitment to SA Health values and strategic directions.
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General Requirements
Required to work in accordance with the Code of Ethics for the South Australian Public Sector, Policies and
Procedures and legislative requirements including but not limited to :
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Work Health and Safety (WHS)
Equal Employment Opportunities (including prevention of bullying, harassment and intimidation)
Keeping Them Safe Legislation (inclusive of Mandatory Notifier)
Disability Discrimination
Code of Fair Information Practice
Relevant Awards, Enterprise Agreements, Public Sector Act 2009, Health Care Act 2008, and the SA
Health (Health Care Act) Human Resources Manual
Relevant Australian Standards
Maintain confidentiality regarding any information regarding client/patient, personal staff
information, human resource and financial information and information of strategic importance to
SA Health
Smoke Free Workplace
To value and respect the needs and contributions of SA Health Aboriginal staff and clients, and
commit to the development of Aboriginal cultural competence across all SA Health practice and
service delivery
Applying the principles of the South Australian Government’s Risk Management Policy to work as
appropriate.
Handling of Official Information
By virtue of their duties, SA Health employees frequently access, otherwise deal with, and/or are aware of,
information that needs to be treated as confidential.
SA Health employees will not access or attempt to access official information, including confidential
patient information other than in connection with the performance by them of their duties and/or as
authorised. SA Health employees will not misuse information gained in their official capacity.
SA Health employees will maintain the integrity and security of official or confidential information for
which they are responsible. Employees will also ensure that the privacy of individuals is maintained and
will only release or disclose information in accordance with relevant legislation, industrial instruments,
policy, or lawful and reasonable direction.
Special Conditions
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The position is offered as a contract appointment for a term up to five years
The incumbent may be required to work out of hours and domestic and international travel will be
required
Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Background Screening and National Criminal History Check
obtained through the Screening and Licensing Unit, Department for Communities and Social
Inclusion to be renewed every 3 years thereafter from date of issue
The incumbent may be required to participate in Counter Disaster activities including attendance,
as required, at training programs and exercises to develop the necessary skills required to
participate in responses in the event of a disaster and/or major incident
The incumbent may be assigned elsewhere within the Department subject to the relevant
provisions of the Public Sector Act 2009
The incumbent will uphold the values of SA Health as reflected in the SA Health Strategic Plan
The incumbent will be required to enter into an annual performance agreement for achievement
of specific or service or program outcomes.
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Key Result Area and Responsibilities
Key Result Areas
Major Responsibilities
Leadership and
Management
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Leadership of PSCM to achieve significant improvement strategies
and develop effective policies to ensure organisational objectives can
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Identifying opportunities for strategic change
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Achieving Key Performance outcomes for procurement services
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Provide strategic advice regarding complex procurement services
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Provide effective leadership to a large and diverse workforce
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Promote and demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behaviour
and probity
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Oversight of systems and processes to effectively deliver efficient
procurement and supply chain operations
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Develop opportunities for more efficient work practices
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Identify opportunities for strategic repositioning of PSCM services
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Guide the development of effective improvement policies to achieve
SA Health outcomes
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Ensure all PSCM staff have access to relevant capability improvement
opportunities
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Implement relevant recommendations and findings from internal and
external accreditations reviews and audits.
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Ensure strategic position aligns with SA Health and Whole of
Government objectives
Identify improvements for business reform projects and risk mitigation
Establish and improve professional service delivery
Enhance consolidation of PSCM functions to achieve required SA
Health outcomes
Participate in Quality Improvement activities (inclusive of accreditation
requirements), including the identification of performance standards
and opportunities for efficiencies
Participate in performance management, including annual
performance appraisals.
Continuous Improvement
Business Reform Strategies
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Knowledge, Skills and Experience
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Educational/Vocational Qualifications
Relevant degree and/or post graduate qualification in economics, finance, business, procurement or
related discipline.
Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills: (related to the job description and expressed in a way which allows
objective assessment)
1. Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills and ability to engage with others to foster credibility
trust and cooperation at all levels of Government and private industry.
2. Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills including ability to prepare
effective and complex written submissions and influence and negotiate with a broad range of
stakeholders.
3. Demonstrated ability to identify and analyse complex problems and risks, and conceptualise and
execute strategic solutions.
4. Proven ability to make effective judgements and decisions that impact on organisation and
sector-wide outcomes within a commercially and politically sensitive context.
Experience
1. Proven experience in providing leadership to a complex multi-disciplinary organisation in a climate
of continuing change thereby increasing the effectiveness and accountability of the organisation
and/or programs and ensuring effective management of human, financial and physical resources.
2. Proven substantial experience and success in leading, managing, setting strategies for, and
undertaking commercially complex and sensitive, high value and high risk procurement and supply
chain management services in a large government/business enterprise.
3. Significant experience in high level strategic planning, policy setting and innovative program
development.
4. Experience successfully negotiating outcomes in a politically/commercially sensitive context and at
senior levels of government and private industry.
Knowledge
1. Demonstrated thorough knowledge and understanding of emerging strategic directions and trends
within health services, nationally and internationally.
2. Knowledge of the requirements of the State Procurement Act.
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Organisational Context
Organisational Overview
Our mission at SA Health is to lead and deliver a comprehensive and sustainable health system that aims to
ensure healthier, longer and better lives for all South Australians. We will achieve our objectives by
strengthening primary health care, enhancing hospital care, reforming mental health care and improving
the health of Aboriginal people.
SA Health is committed to a health system that produces positive health outcomes by focusing on health
promotion, illness prevention and early intervention. We will work with other government agencies and the
community to address the environmental, socioeconomic, biological and behavioural determinants of
health, and to achieve equitable health outcomes for all South Australians.
Our Legal Entities
SA Health is the brand name for the health portfolio of services and agencies responsible to the Minister for
Health and Ageing and the Minister for Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
The legal entities include but are not limited to Department for Health and Ageing, Central Adelaide Local
Health Network, Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, Southern Adelaide Local Health Network,
Women’s and Children’s Health Network, Country Health SA Local Health Network and SA Ambulance
Service.
SA Health Challenges
The health system is facing the challenges of an ageing population, increased incidence of chronic disease,
workforce shortages, and ageing infrastructure. The SA Health Care Plan has been developed to meet these
challenges and ensure South Australian’s have access to the best available health care in hospitals, health
care centres and through GPs and other providers.
Department for Health and Ageing
The Department for Health and Ageing assists the Minister for Health and Ageing and Minister for Mental
Health and Substance Abuse to set the policy framework and strategic directions for SA Health. The
Department supports the delivery of public health services, formulates health policy, facilitates public and
consumer consultation on health issues, and monitors the performance of South Australia’s health system
by providing timely advice, research and administrative support.
PSCM
The Procurement and Supply Chain Management Service performs both a state-wide strategic leadership
and operational role in sourcing, contract management, commercial advice, supply chain and logistics and
fleet management to support the delivery of public health services in South Australia.
Values
SA Health Values
The values of SA Health are used to indicate the type of conduct required by our employees and the
conduct that our customers can expect from our health service : We are committed to the values of integrity, respect and accountability.
 We value care, excellence, innovation, creativity, leadership and equity in health care provision and
health outcomes.
 We demonstrate our values in our interactions with others in SA Health, the community, and those
for whom we care.
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Code of Ethics
The Code of Ethics for the South Australian Public Sector provides an ethical framework for the public sector
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Democratic Values - Helping the government, under the law to serve the people of South Australia.
Service, Respect and Courtesy - Serving the people of South Australia.
Honesty and Integrity- Acting at all times in such a way as to uphold the public trust.
Accountability- Holding ourselves accountable for everything we do.
Professional Conduct Standards- Exhibiting the highest standards of professional conduct.
The Code recognises that some public sector employees are also bound by codes of conduct relevant to
their profession.
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HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be forwarded to Ruth Morgan by email [email protected]
Telephone enquiries are welcome on (08) 8100 8814. Applications close Friday 26 August 2016.
Please Note
Your application will be automatically acknowledged by a return email.
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