Procurement Manager

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We are a close-knit whanau with around 180 kaimahi. We take pride in what we do, work hard, and have fun along the way. Nga uruatanga, our values, ground our behaviour and guide our thinking:
Whakarongo - we listen with intent and empathy to understandTuhono - we connect with people, communities, the health system and each otherWananga - we draw on evidence and people's experiences to improveMaia - we challenge ourselvesKaitiakitanga - we safeguard wellbeing for New Zealanders, now and for the future Mo tenei turanga - About the Role
We are seeking a procurement professional to lead procurement activities and support commercial strategies for medicines and vaccines, and feed into a wider programme around hospital medical devices to ensure optimum value for money is gained.
In this role, you will be managing competitive procurement processes, which will include planning, conducting evaluations, negotiating, and consulting with relevant stakeholders.
The role requires strong analysis and writing skills. The primary focus of this role is sourcing, as Pharmac has dedicated contract management teams.
This role provides a fantastic opportunity to be at the core of Pharmac's operations and part of a collaborative team that leads procurement activities on behalf of the wider health sector.
The purchasing decisions you will facilitate are not made for the benefit or use of the agency; they are made for the benefit and use of New Zealanders and the wider health sector.
You will be able to see and feel the results of the work you do. This position is situated within our close-knit Procurement Team who are a forward-thinking, friendly team that want to foster a sustainable medicines and medical devices market for the future of all New Zealanders.
The team consists of seven people and sits in the Procurement and Contracts Team within the Pharmaceuticals Directorate at Pharmac.
While conducting procurement processes, you will engage closely with a wide variety of other teams within Pharmac such as the Pharmaceutical and Device Funding Teams, Legal, Communications, Analysis, Medical, and Implementation teams, all of whom are invested and actively involved in our procurement work.
Please note in this position you will be managing procurement processes, rather than our Procurement Team. Similar types of expertise include procurement specialist, sourcing manager, and contract manager.
The salary range for this position is $91,814 - $124,220 total remuneration. The appointment range is $97,215 - $124,220 total remuneration, inclusive of 3% KiwiSaver Employer contribution.
The appointment salary will be subject to the preferred candidate's relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. This position is also Wellington based.
Ko wai koe? - Who are you?
Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi? - Are you ready to make a difference?
Our ideal candidate will bring the following:
Experience in leading various end-to-end procurement activities and writing up relevant documentation.Understanding of the New Zealand Government procurement rules, and public sector structure (particularly regarding health) and regulations.Excellent relationship management and negotiation skills as your engagement with medical suppliers will ensure value is optimised across the supplier base.Analytical skills, able to deal with complex financial, economic, and clinical data.Strong ability to collate information and concisely communicate this in verbal and written forms clearly to a range of audiences.Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks of varying complexity and meet deadlines.A willingness to learn and a desire to make a difference to the lives of New Zealanders is key. While we are primarily looking for individuals with procurement experience, we are open to receiving applicants with other relevant experience in the health sector or pharmaceutical industry to bring those perspectives to our procurement activities. Joining Pharmac Te Pataka Whaioranga We are a whanau-centered organisation and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
To support our kaimahi and their whanau we offer: Five weeks annual leaveAdditional paid leave for our end-of-year close-down periodAn annual $500 hauora payment for eligible kaimahiHealth Insurance corporate discount with Southern CrossPaid Parental Leave support in addition to minimum legislative requirements.Hybrid working - work from home up to two days per week. At Pharmac Te Pataka Whaioranga, we welcome all kaimahi with a mihi whakatau during their first month.
For kaimahi Maori, we offer mihi whakatau on your first day, where your whanau and manuhiri are welcome to attend. As you come through our waharoa, you will be welcomed into our growing support network - Maori Caucus.
We strive to represent Aotearoa and the diverse communities we serve. We are committed to championing workplace inclusion and acknowledge that in order to do their best work, we must foster an environment where people are comfortable to be themselves and work in a way that best suits their individual needs.
Would you like to join us? If this sounds like your next career move, apply today! Advertising for this position closes at 5pm, Sunday 27 October 2024.
Please note, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this role. Please apply through our careers website; we won't accept applications sent by email.

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