Procurement Associate at Westpac New Zealand

, , New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Contract Management, Negotiation, Communication, Commercial Acumen, Sustainability, Stakeholder Management, Cost Reduction

Industry

Banking

Description

Competitive salary + range of leading employee benefits Hybrid role + centrally located offices in Britomart + WFH available Fixed term opportunity – 10 months Be part of a team that is focused on delivering sustainable partnerships, both internally and externally, to support Westpac! This is a 10-month fixed-term opportunity. This role can be Auckland or Wellington based. Mō te tūranga | About the Role Reporting to the Senior Procurement Lead - Technology, you will be responsible for supporting commercial and procurement activities, improving procurement processes with suppliers and business units; and working with the business stakeholders to reduce cost, improve sustainability and maximise value. You will lead on lower value deals within the technology portfolio, ensuring that deals are completed in line with the end-to-end procurement lifecycle from sourcing to signing. You will also ensure that any activities or procurement processes meet regulatory and Westpac Group requirements and ensure that any risks are escalated appropriately. You will create strong relationships with business partners and stakeholders to help deliver on business and customer needs as efficiently and timely as possible. You will be joining a team with an amazing culture, who are supportive and fun; and where development and growth are championed. Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? Experience working within the financial service industry or similar regulated environment (preferred) Contract management and negotiation Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong commercial acumen Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac Immerse yourself in a supportive team environment, and receive some of the best banking, and lifestyle benefits in the market along with: 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday 2 Volunteer days per year Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together. What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you! Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now! Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater Applications close: 27 January 2026 Our culture is rich with stories of how our people like to help, our customers, our community and each other. This is reflected through flexible working arrangements to ensure that our people have a balance in their life with those things that are important to them. Through ensuring that we provide opportunities to everyone regardless of what society throws at them, we are a safe place to work where you are treated equally and appreciated.

Responsibilities

The Procurement Associate will support commercial and procurement activities, improve procurement processes, and work with stakeholders to reduce costs and maximize value. They will lead on lower value deals within the technology portfolio and ensure compliance with procurement regulations.