Position: Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)Formed in 1941, Te Whanau Tupu Ngatahi o Aotearoa – Playcentre Aotearoa (Playcentre) is a licensed early childhood education provider and charitable trust. It is a bicultural organisation committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and celebrating people's uniqueness, with a philosophy of empowering 'parents as first educators'. Playcentre seeks to empower whanau and tamariki to work, play, learn and grow together, and today has over 400 centres nationwide.Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will oversee the Procurement process at Playcentre, ensuring optimum value for money through national procurement.You will be responsible for identifying potential suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing relationships with vendors, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services to the organisation.This is a new role for Playcentre, offering plenty of scope to shape the role, take ownership of the procurement function, and make a positive difference for this important and iconic NZ organisation.There is plenty of scope to add value using your procurement experience while working closely with other finance staff to identify and prioritise price-based cost savings opportunities.You will also have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of thoughtful, considered, smart, and passionate people.Person Profile:Experience in a procurement or purchasing roleHighly developed interpersonal skills; able to relate effectively and authentically at all levels, from leadership team to grass rootsSound negotiation skills with the ability to manage and negotiate national contractsEmpathy for the philosophy and values of PlaycentreA high level of initiative with effective planning, project coordination, and organisational abilitiesSuperior communication, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities, coupled with sound judgementA consultative and open style with a 'no surprises' approachRecognises the "big picture" in issues while also attending to detailProficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate Excel skillsApplications to: Nikki Walshaw via mclaren.co.nzPosition description: Available to view at mclaren.co.nz
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