Supply & Purchasing Officer (503325)

Department of Health, Tasmania; Howick; On-site; ZAR 814 000 - 881 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in Tasmania is seeking a Supply & Purchasing Officer to manage procurement operations. The successful candidate will negotiate purchases, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure effective supply service delivery. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $73,811 - $79,779 per annum, plus benefits such as salary packaging and access to fitness facilities. Apply online to join a team committed to quality care.

Benefits

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Professional Development Support

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in processing and purchasing goods in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Process and negotiate purchases for goods and services.
• Provide support and information to stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients and departments for supply service delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Job description

The Team

The THS North Purchasing and Supply Team work to efficiently procure and supply medical goods and equipment to Tasmanian Hospitals and regional medical centres. By working collaboratively as a statewide team, we strive to deliver a reliable and accurate service with the safety and quality care of our patients as our central focus. Our statewide team is looking to the future and embarking on an exciting period of change and innovation to improve our culture, processes and value to the Tasmanian Health Service.

The Role

In accordance with established policies and guidelines, the Supply & Purchasing Officer is responsible for the effective and efficient operations of the Supply Department by:

• Processing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services as required by the local department of the nominated Region.
• Providing support and information to internal and external stakeholders including industry representatives on procurement and supply associated matters.
• Coordinating and liaising with internal/external departments and private clients to ensure critical medical and other supply service delivery needs are met.
• Contributing to positive team culture and participating in activities and project work to drive continuous improvement.

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of Appointment

Permanent full‑time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Position will be based in Launceston, Tasmania.

Note: Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full‑time, part‑time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$73,811 - $79,779 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to a salary package and a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits Available to Eligible Candidates

• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Other Information

• Current Driver’s Licence (desirable).

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre‑employment checks.

Application Documents

• Generic Supply & Purchasing Officer Band 3 (July 2023) CSU (1).docx – Statement of Duties
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx – Application Guide

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1‑2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

Contact

Name: Cameron Shaw
Position: Manager - Supply, North/North West
Phone number: 03 6777 4023
Email address: [e-mail]

Working at the Department of Health

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values at the Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

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