SAES 1 Deputy Chief Procurement Officer - AdelaideAcuity Partners are proud to partner with the Department of Education for South Australia for this amazing opportunity for procurement leadership and innovation. Relocation support will be considered for appropriate candidates.
The Department has undergone a significant transformation as a function and within the environment of the implementation of Treasurers Instructions 18 (TI18) to continue to identify and provide the best solutions to support the delivery of world class education to all public sector South Australian Schools.
As a result of this, we are looking for someone who can continue to drive the implementation of the existing recommendations and ongoing projects, support and enhance the team capability and performance, and contribute to maximising the opportunities through strategic and operational excellence for procurement to support the broader Department.
As a passionate, collaborative and driven people leader, you will be looking to make a difference and utilise your commercial nous to challenge the status quo while focusing on quality, governance and practical outcomes for schools and other key stakeholders.
Why work with us:
Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents, and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.
About the role:
The Deputy Chief Procurement Officer ensures the successful delivery of strategic procurement, contract management, and category management functions for the department. The position is instrumental in supporting the Chief Procurement Officer in the development and maintenance of strategies, business improvement and category initiatives that drive exceptional value for money outcomes for the department's considerable annual spend on goods and services.
The position represents the department in executive level intra-agency, inter-agency, and external relations, forging strong working relationships and networks which position the Department for Education as a leader in, and ambassador for, modern and proactive procurement practices. The Deputy Chief Procurement Officer provides leadership and management, supporting the entire team to be customer focused and capable to deliver efficient and effective procurement, contract management and category management services across the department.
Essential qualifications and competencies:
An appropriate tertiary qualification including post-graduate qualifications in an appropriate discipline desirable or relevant experience. Experience leading in a large and complex organisation at an executive level, ensuring the translation of priorities into executed deliverables.
What you will get in return:
A three year executive contract. Be part of the largest employer in the state, with great career and professional development opportunities. Be a part of a forward-thinking and dynamic team and enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Special Conditions:
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. For all other Special Conditions please refer to the Position Description (provided by Acuity Partners or from the IWorkforSA website).
Application Instructions:
Applicants are encouraged to contact Acuity Partners before submitting. Your application should be made through Seek or the I Work For SA website. People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Note:
This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 3 year contract commencing ASAP. Applications close: 10/12/2024 11:30 PM.
Flexibility Statement:
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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