Ben Seidel is the Executive Director of Procurement and Supply Chain Management at SA Health, bringing extensive public sector experience from his previous director roles at the Department for Infrastructure and Transport. He is an alumnus of the University of South Australia, holding degrees in Commerce and Business.
Ben has expressed a commitment to social progress, stating that reconciliation involves genuinely addressing past wrongs and working together for the best possible future. He maintains strong ties to his alma mater, where he previously served as a lecturer.
Unique fact: Ben transitioned from academia, where he was a lecturer and tutor at the University of South Australia, to a distinguished career in public service leadership.
Ben Seidel
Executive Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management at SA Health
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Overview
Topics They Care About
Healthcare Procurement
As the Executive Director at SA Health, he leads system-wide procurement and recently presented at their 2025 Supplier Conference.
Supplier Engagement
He is actively involved in recognizing supplier excellence, co-presenting awards at the recent SA Health Supplier Conference.
Public Sector Leadership
Has a long career in government leadership, holding multiple Director-level positions at SA Health and the Department for Infrastructure and Transport.
Media Appearances
Ben has no verified media appearances
Work History
11-2025
Executive Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management at SA Health
1-2020 - 10-2025
Director, Financial and Procurement Services at Department for Infrastructure and Transport
7-2019 - 12-2019
Director, Safety, Risk and Assurance at Department for Infrastructure and Transport
1-2018 - 6-2019
General Manager, People and Performance at Department for Infrastructure and Transport
7-2009 - 12-2017
Lecturer and Tutor at University of South Australia
1-2009 - 1-2015
Auditor and Deputy Audit Manager at Audit Office of South Australia
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom from University of South Australia
Bachelor of Business (Honours) from University of South Australia
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Location : Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Job Level : Senior
Designation : Executive Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management at SA Health
