Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) shapes and strengthens Aotearoa New Zealand's economy - raising the standard of living for all New Zealanders.Our work is underpinned by one clear aspiration, to Grow Aotearoa New Zealand for All. Company description:The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) shapes and strengthens Aotearoa New Zealand's economy - raising the standard of living for all New Zealanders.Our work is underpinned by one clear aspiration, to Grow Aotearoa New Zealand for All.Job description:Discover a career with purpose at MBIEManage and support commercial projects across government, including return to market for All of Government contractsBe part of a team of highly-skilled commercial and procurement specialistsPermanent, full-time opportunity based in WellingtonSalary $101,911 - $121,196NZGP is a branch within The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). We have a vision for New Zealand's government procurement to be fair, transparent, inclusive, and efficient. It will deliver more value and respond to changing government priorities.While we live and breathe procurement, our branch is a support function to those doing the mahi in the procurement system - government agencies and the suppliers and providers they work with. We are less of a procurement shop than a shop filled with data, systems, communications, contract and project management people who love procurement. And yes, we have some procurement specialists!Tenei turanga - About the Role:We are seeking an outstanding procurement specialist to work on a wide range of projects for the New Zealand Government.The Advisory and Business Services team includes highly skilled deployable commercial specialists responsible for providing quality advice and support to government agencies on their significant commercial projects and work programmes. The current vacancy will have the opportunity to work on some external work and All of Government contract return to market activity. This is an opportunity to lead and contribute to the commercial strategy and sourcing activity for some of the largest and most widely used contracts across government.Opportunities like this are rare, offering the best commercial and procurement work right at the heart of government.To find more information on New Zealand Government Procurement click here Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana -Skills and Experience RequiredAppropriate experience in procurement and associated functions - preferably 5-8 years in a senior-intermediate level procurement roleUnderstanding of Government Procurement policies and processes.Excellent oral and written communication skills: demonstrated competence in effectively communicating ideas both orally and in writing to a wide variety of audiences.Delivering major/significant procurement projects to scope, time and budget and achieving successful procurement outcomes.Significant experience leading RFx processes and developing commercial strategies.Rapidly and accurately identifies key risks, issues or actions in complex situations.Capable and competent at presenting to government agencies at forums or in a workshop settingDemonstrating good government procurement practice. Providing advice on capability supportInfluencing earlier planning of procurement initiatives, using information and engagement to generate better outcomes for agenciesEncouraging agencies to use existing collaborative contracts where they meet the needs of the agencyRelevant qualification or membership in area of specialism or related business discipline - for example, MCIPS is desirable.We are passionate about what the system is already delivering - outcomes that are wider than the delivery of a contract for goods and services. We love to see contracts that build in targets in to reduce emissions, support workers and businesses, or reduce waste and strengthen relationships with iwi. Our ambition is to keep delivering more and for even greater procurement delivery.If this sounds like you - take your career forward with us.Etahi korero mo MBIE - About MBIE:MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.Mahi Tahi - Better TogetherMaia - Bold and bravePae Kahurangi - Build our FuturePono Me Te Tika - Own ItOur aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity - Hikina Whakatutuki - which broadly means 'lifting to make successful'.MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahungaroa o ngai wi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, katutuki tenei. He ahuatanga nui tenei e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui. E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapakua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, a, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.Me pehea te tono - How to Apply:Click here to view a position description. All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.Email Jess Dalbeth at ****** quoting ref MBIE/15369 if you have any further questions.Applications close on Sunday 8th September (midnight) Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Thinking about a career as a Procurement Specialist? Explore job and salary trends, in-demand skills and role reviews.
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