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Rarangi Utu a-Matauranga - Education Payroll Limited (EPL) is a Crown entity that delivers pay to schools and kura on behalf of the Ministry of Education. With around 200 employees, we deliver one of the largest and most complex payrolls in Australasia.
The combination of great people and cutting-edge technology enable us to pay around 100,000 teachers and support staff across around 2,500 schools accurately and on time every fortnight. That's approximately $283 million a fortnight and $7.4 billion per annum.
The Procurement and Contracts Manager is the steward of enterprise procurement at Education Payroll. This role is responsible for managing the procurement process, supporting the negotiation of contracts and ensuring compliance with regulations and organisational policies to secure goods and services efficiently and cost-effectively.
The role is also responsible for supporting supplier relationship management, including management of IT suppliers working alongside the relevant 'Head of' in Digital and Technology.
If successful, you'll be appointed between $104,000 and $130,000 depending on experience and capability.
Because of the highly collaborative nature of our work, Education Payroll is primarily an office-based workplace. Our office is in central Wellington, close to the train station for an easy commute. We do offer flexible working arrangements after the initial onboarding period.
Key accountabilities: Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements throughout the contract lifecycle.
Assess risks associated with procurement activities and implement strategies to mitigate these risks.
Identify potential suppliers and manage relationships with vendors to ensure procurement of high-quality goods and services at competitive prices.
Conduct cost benefit analysis to optimise spending and achieve cost savings.
Collaborate with and support leaders to establish and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and potential suppliers.
To be successful in this role you will need to: Have a background in IT contracts management
Have experience in managing high value service contracts
Be experienced in building and maintaining supplier relationships
Be able to support leaders through the procurement and contract management process
Be able to support strategic outcomes for the organisation
An understanding of public service procurement regulations and best practice.
Kia mama ake nga mahi|Make things easier
Ma te marama ka pai ake | Improve through understanding
Ako ma te mahi | Learn through doing
Te mahi ngatahi | Work as a team
Me whakaute i te tangata | Treat everyone with respect
Me pehea te tono - How to apply We'd love to hear why you'll be a great addition to the team. Please submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role through SEEK.
Applications are open until 9:00am, Friday 6 December. You can find a copy of the position description, our recruitment process and the full range of benefits we offer on our careers site here:
Careers site
If you have any questions about the role, please contact ******
To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in New Zealand.
We are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role at the moment.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
What's your expected annual base salary?
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