Procurement Corporation – Dunedin, South IslandProcurement• Career Development + tertiary study benefit.• Family friendly work environment.• Salary + 6.75% superannuation + five weeks' annual leave.If you are interested in finding more than just a new job, keep reading.Our Procurement Office is an experienced team offering support and advice to the University on procurement and purchasing matters. We are part of the Financial Services Division (FSD) who provide financial support and advice to all University of Otago Campuses, Departments and Staff.The role/Te mahiIt's an exciting time to join Otakou Whakaihu Waka - University of Otago, and an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, this role supports the delivery of university-wide procurement activity and assists stakeholders to plan, develop, source, analyse and manage procurement arrangements enabling the University to attain the best value in goods and services.You will have relevant experience of public sector procurement, including tender process probity, and managing supplier agreements and performance, contributing to the goal of realising savings. You are an excellent communicator across all mediums, with outstanding relationship building skills which will be useful when partnering with stakeholders, both internal and external. A master at time management, you organise your day with ease, balancing competing demands.Additional skills you will have:3+ years' of relevant procurement or purchasing experience.Strong understanding of sourcing and procurement techniques.Innovative, you think outside the square with a focus on continuous improvement.Analytical, able to collect and interpret data, identify problems, and find solutions.Forward thinking - able to plan and think long term.Your ability to establish strong relationships with University stakeholders and the broader financial services team is essential in contributing to the successful achievement of the University's Vision and Mission.This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) role, located in Otepoti, Dunedin.You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.The appointment range for this role is $59,285 to $63,651, Top of Range $68,744.The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.Application/TonoTo submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2401604 will close on Friday, 15 November 2024, 11.59 NZ Time.Applications may be reviewed as they are received, and the University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
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