Procurement Partner at ACC New Zealand

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

142993.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement strategy, Strategic procurement, Stakeholder management, Public sector procurement, Communication, Influencing, Problem-solving, Continuous improvement, Commercial acumen, Supplier management, Project management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

* Influence enterprise‑wide procurement decisions * Work in a collaborative, values‑led organisation * Competitive salary plus 9% superannuation About us | Mō mātou ACC is a trusted and high‑performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future. You can find more about ACC and the work we do at acc.co.nz. About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi We’re seeking a dedicated Procurement Partner to join our dynamic team. You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting innovative, values‑led procurement activity, contributing to improving access, experience and outcomes for people in Aotearoa New Zealand. As a Procurement Partner, you’ll provide clear, practical and timely strategic procurement advice to support a range of commercial, supplier and procurement needs across ACC and helping the business make confident decisions and progress work at pace. You’ll be part of a portfolio‑based procurement partnering model, working alongside Senior Procurement Partners, Procurement Partners and Advisors to take an enterprise‑wide view. You’ll be responsible for delivering procurement solutions that are well planned, timely, and aligned to ACC’s strategy. You’ll be expected to work with a degree of autonomy, manage competing priorities, and consistently deliver to agreed timeframes. This is a permanent role based in Wellington. The appointing salary for this role is $101,287 – $142,993 based on experience and we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme with features like 0% employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance, and flexibility to change to a locked plan at any time. About you | Mōu You will bring: * Strong experience across end‑to‑end procurement processes within complex or public sector environments * A solid working knowledge of the New Zealand Government Procurement Rules (NZGPR) to support innovative and the ability to apply them pragmatically to achieve value‑driven procurement outcomes * Experience developing procurement strategies that align with organisational priorities * The ability to work independently, manage your workload effectively, and keep work moving without excessive oversight * A track record of meeting deadlines and progressing multiple streams of work in parallel * The ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders * A partnership mindset – able to build trust, influence outcomes and turn insights into action. * Well‑developed communication, influencing and problem‑solving skills * A continuous improvement mindset and willingness to adapt ways of working * You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application Working at ACC | Mō ACC At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that: * Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds. * The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours. How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to 11.59pm on Thursday 30 April, however if an ideal candidate is found we may progress screening and interviewing sooner. Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email HRHelp@acc.co.nz.

Responsibilities

The Procurement Partner will provide strategic procurement advice and deliver well-planned solutions across a portfolio-based model. They will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with organizational strategy and improve outcomes.