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Job DescriptionAt Ambulance Victoria (AV) we are proud to share our commitment to save and improve lives by providing outstanding care for our patients. This is our promise to every patient, and it sits at the heart of everything we do. No matter what corporate or support role you play in delivering our critical services to Victorians, you will join a team dedicated to bringing our vision to be a world leading ambulance service to life.About The RoleAmbulance Victoria is currently seeking a suitably experienced Senior Procurement leader for the position of Chief Procurement Officer.Reporting to the Executive Director, Enterprise Services, this key leadership position will deliver a high level of strategic vision, leadership and direction to drive value-add procurement planning, sourcing and contract management aligned with AV''s strategic priorities and business needs.With overall accountability to our procurement function, procurement strategy, category management and supplier engagement to ensure compliance with frameworks, policies and other legislative requirements as well as value-for-money, this position will be critical to:Provision of expert and authoritative advice to Board, Committees, Senior Executives and key stakeholders on all aspects of procurement strategy and practice to inform plans, actions, enhanced value and innovative approachesDevelopment and implementation of overarching policies, procedures, systems, structures and frameworks for all procurement related activities to deliver and monitor best practice procurement and contract managementEnsuring effective governance processes are in place for AV''s provider, supplier and contractor management tendering, procurement and contracting policies, processes and outcomesDriving strategic thinking, collaboration, continuous improvement and capability development, whilst optimising procurement quality, productivity and performance outcomesProviding open and effective leadership to build a high performance, collaborative culture the fosters high performance, efficiency, continuous improvement and developmentLeading and contributing to a safe, lawful, and respectful workplace culture through the modelling of ethical behaviours consistent with AV values (CARE)About YouSuited to a highly motivated and strategic senior leader with significant procurement experience, the successful applicant will possess:Tertiary qualifications or industry specialised certifications with extensive, relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of extensive training and experienceProfessional qualification/certification from a related professional body (e.g Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply CIPS)Previous extensive experience as a Chief Procurement Office or equivalent in the public or private sectorDemonstrated experience in creating significant savings, driving transformation and gaining efficiencies across a large and diverse procurement portfolioExperience in driving and implementing strategic cultural, organisational, and transformational change and a commitment to build a responsive, future focused and contemporary procurement culture at a senior levelA high level of communication with an ability to build and maintain relationships and influence, negotiate, and generate buy-in with a range of stakeholders across all levels, including board and executive levelsA coaching, mentoring and leadership approach to motivate, encourage, and support teams across the employee lifecycleWorking at Ambulance VictoriaAs a valued member of AV you will enjoy a professional working environment that recognises the importance of work/life balance. We offer salary packaging options, generous personal leave entitlements, accrued days off for full time roles, and other benefits including free on-site parking.We believe our people are our greatest resource and the sustainability of our workforce depends on how well we utilise our people''s skills and abilities and whether our staffing reflects the diversity of the Victorian community. If you are ready to be an integral part in bringing our values of Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence to life at AV, we want to hear from you!Important informationBy applying for a position, you agree to undertake an assessment of any Secondary Employment or outside interests, in line with AV''s Secondary Employment procedure. This is required to ensure there is no perceived or actual conflict of interest for AV should you be successful and commence in the role.Successful applicants will need to be willing to complete executive pre-employment screening including Misconduct and Police Checks in line with Executive Probity requirements. By applying for this position with Ambulance Victoria, you agree to undertake an assessment of any Secondary Employment or outside interests, in line with AV''s Secondary Employment procedure. This is required to ensure there is no perceived or actual conflict of interest for AV should you be successful and commence in the position.The position description can be found on the AV Careers website To ApplyYour application is an integral part of the selection process and should include:Cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the positionCurrent resumeApplications must be submitted by 11.59pm AEST on Thursday 5 June 2025. Applications must be submitted via the AV Careers Centre website to be considered. Emailed applications will not be accepted.For further information, please refer to Applying for a position with Ambulance Victoria. For any further queries please contact Danielle Bourke via Danielle.bourke@ambulance.vic.gov.au or 0417 374 824.At all levels of our organisation a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to deliver the Best Care to the Victorian community, and helps create a healthier, more productive workplace for our people. In the event you require a reasonable adjustment to support your application for this role, please contact us at recruitment@ambulance.vic.gov.au and a member of our Recruitment & Selection team will be in touch. #J-18808-Ljbffr