October 17, 2024

SA Government -SOUTH AUSTRALIAN TOURISM COMMISSION

Adelaide

CONTRACT & OTHER

MANAGER, PROCUREMENT

South Australian Tourism Commission
Job reference: 628401
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Here at the SATC, we love our state, and we love what we do. We want to bring visitors to South Australia to build a prosperous economy and share the love with the rest of Australia and the world. We search for undiscovered experiences, remarkable people and immersive products, and we tenaciously seek the best. Together we are making a difference so South Australia thrives.
The Manager, Procurement is responsible for leading the procurement technical specialists within the Legal and Procurement team. The unit delivers high quality, consistent and efficient information, advice and support on procurement activities, reporting and governance to ensure compliance with state government requirements and to achieve value for money for SATC.
The Manager, Procurement will ensure effective, strategic, and tactical procurement practice across the SATC allocated or assigned department to deliver maximum value for SATC. This position is accountable for identifying solutions and providing expert advice on procurement matters that enable SATC to meet its strategic and operational objectives, utilising strong business acumen and broad category management expertise.
Key Responsibilities of the role:

Provide direction and guidance to procurement/contract specialists on procurement and contract management practice and procedure, probity questions and service standards.
Promote the procurement teams' image and reputation, highlighting its role as a trusted advisor that seeks to work as partners with stakeholders whilst providing efficient and effective service delivery in its provision of considered, solutions-driven and pragmatic advice to enable SATC's to achieve its strategic priorities.
Consistently influence others to achieve objectives, especially in times of change and difficult situations, such as short time frames and high pressures circumstances.
Oversee the procurement function and staff which includes long-term planning of projects, administering and coordinating procurement processes, managing the preparation of tender documentation and contract specifications and administration of associated processes such as tender evaluation and selection processes and the finalisation of contract details with successful tenderers.

A wide range of additional benefits are available at SATC including:

Purchased Leave Entitlements
Opportunity to join a fun and active social club
Annual Calendar of Wellness events
Mental Health First Aid Training
Annual skin checks and flu vaccinations
Casual Fridays (with a gold coin donation towards a nominated charity).
Staff recognition and service awards
Access to a free and confidential employee assistance program

The South Australian Public Sector is committed to building a diverse workforce, ensuring equitable opportunities for all, and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, and their uniqueness is valued.
Applications consisting of a resume and cover letter are to be directed to Gail Spark, Manager Legal & Procurement Services, at the South Australian Tourism Commission
The role will be offered as a full-time, non-Executive contract for a 5-year term, at a remuneration level of MAS-3 ($127,859.00).
Applications close: 5.00pm on Sunday 27 October 2024
Enquiries can be directed to People and Culture on 08 8429 4561.

Applications close: 27/10/2024 5:00 PM