Combine your Procurement expertise and Project Management skills in this unique opportunity. Newly created role playing an influential role in supporting and shaping the way procurement is conducted at DOC. Permanent role - Wellington, Christchurch or Auckland locations considered. Hybrid working available. Toitu te marae a Tane-Mahuta, toitu te marae a Tangaroa, toitu te tangata If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Maori, te ao Maori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Due to the evolving and complex nature of procurement, we have recently transitioned to a centralised, category led operating model to provide more strategic and best practise service to the business. This new model will enable DOC to deliver on its key strategic focus areas such as strengthening our Treaty partnerships and providing strong support for our frontline staff. This role can be based out of our Wellington, Christchurch or Auckland locations. He angitutanga | About the role Reporting to the National Procurement Manager, the Procurement Best Practice & Commercial Lead will oversee the development and implementation of best practice, modern procurement processes and improvement initiatives for the department. The position will be focussed on: developing an excellence programme that aligns processes, systems, templates and tools - working with and supporting the wider Procurement Team to ensure a consistent and best practice approach is applied across the business when it comes to procurement supporting the decision-making process through the provision and analysis of key procurement data including supply chain risk and key insights analysis leading the training program for our staff to ensure consistent use and application of the procurement toolkit ensuring our procurement systems (SAP) are aligned to processes and embedded keeping up to date with industry procurement developments, All-of-Government procurement changes and conveying any obligations across to the team and wider business as appropriate supporting/leading sourcing projects as required. Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience If you have some of the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you: At least 5 years' experience in a project management capacity - implementing capability development, training, and change management programs. Sound knowledge and understanding of fundamental of NZ Government Rules of Procurement and its principles, processes and systems. Experience developing and deploying procurement systems and processes. A passion for coaching and mentoring with the ability to develop and upskill technical and non-technical staff. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and partner effectively across functional lines. Strong analytical skills, able to draw insights from data and identify trends, areas for action and improvement. Understanding of the Maori Crown relationship and its importance to DOC. Degree qualification in Commerce, Business, Finance or other related field (or equivalent body of knowledge). Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | What's in it for you? The Department of Conservation/ Te Papa Atawhai places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know. You can learn more about what we offer here. Tono inaianei | Apply now Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. The role description can be found via the job ad at The salary range for this position is $108,617 to $137,645 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience. Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment. Ra katinga | Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday, 22 July 2024. Me he patai ano | For further enquiries, contact Marie Kealey, Recruitment Advisor, Taupanga | Job reference: DOC/ 1801447 #J-18808-Ljbffr
