Senior Procurement Specialist - Digital
Senior Procurement Specialist - DigitalApply locations Wellington Auckland time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: January 13, 2025 (18 days left to apply) job requisition id JR-0000009977
We are growing our team – come join us!Build your expertise in one of NZ's largest public sector procuring agenciesFlexible, friendly, and high performing work environment Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity As one of our new Senior Procurement Specialists reporting to our Procurement Business Partner – Digital, you will support the planning, sourcing, and management of best practice procurement through the application of appropriate strategies, methodologies, systems, processes and tools across all stages of the procurement life cycle to drive value for money outcomes. This new position will have a strong Digital delivery focus, particularly within the sourcing and management phases.
Working in one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest public sector procuring agencies, this role offers an outstanding opportunity to build your procurement expertise in a supportive environment while undertaking varied and interesting work.
The likely appointment range for this position is $108,324 to $132,396. To view a copy of the position description click here.
O Pumanawa | What we're looking for Our ideal candidate will have some or all of the following (but don't worry if you don't tick every box):
Strong understanding of procurement practices, ideally within a complex public sector environment, with digital or related professional services procurement experience preferredA sound knowledge of government procurement policies, rules and process.Experience in planning and managing a range of end-to-end sourcing processes, ideally using a variety of approach to market mechanismsExperience in managing contracts, including supplier performance management, using formal structured contract management processes and practicesSound commercial acumen, with good data and financial literacyExperience in formal structured contract management of strategically important contractsA Tertiary qualification in a related discipline or equivalent experience, with CIPS or related professional industry membership preferredHe aha te take e uru ai koe ki a matou? | So, why join us? Our people are proud to be part of creating a better New Zealand. We're searching for candidates who share our passion for people, communities, and the environment—and who are ready to contribute their unique skills to shape a better future.
At NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. We want you to feel like you belong here - valued, respected, and empowered to bring your whole self to work.
From five weeks annual leave through to Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for our permanent employees – you will be well looked after here. Our benefits are designed to support our people and provide a happy, healthy and high-performing environment. We take a principle-based approach to flexibility that enables our people and their People Leaders to discuss and agree the arrangements that work best for the individual, the team, and the organisation. And whether it's on-the-job experience, signing up to a course, coaching opportunities, or secondments to other roles within NZTA – you can build a varied and successful career with us and grow your potential.
Ko wai matou | About us
The Procurement function at NZTA is responsible for planning, sourcing, and managing the supply of external resources to NZTA. Procurement is an essential part of how NZTA delivers our critical business functions to support Te Kapehu, our strategic direction. Many functions of NZTA are performed, in full or part, using external suppliers and we are one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest public sector procuring agencies. NZTA is not only responsible for its own procurement requirements, but it also leads procurement practice across much of the land transport sector.
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply: Please click 'Apply for this Job' to upload your CV and cover letter.
NZTA | Waka Kotahi will be closed down from 23 December 2024 to 3 January 2025. We will begin reviewing applications and responding to queries from 6 January 2025. Ra Katinga | Applications close: 12 January 2025
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To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
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