Procurement Specialist

at  NZ Ministry for Primary Industries

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

Role type: Permanent full-time
Location: Wellington
Salary range: $107,284 to $143,694 depending on skills and experience
Kōrero mō te Tūranga - About the Role
Part of a high performing team, you’ll use your procurement & contract management skills and experience to support MPI’s Procurement team. You will play an integral part in this mahi by supporting procurement functions and working towards MPI’s stratigic outcomes that include Prosperity, Protection, Sustainability and Visable Leadership.
Responsibilities of this position will include proactively considering all opputunities for achieving effective delivery by ensuring funding is used efficently, considering value for money and accountability.
The primary focus of this role will be supporting ICT but may involve supporting other business units as required. You will be responsible for developing procurement strategies, leading and facilitating procurement processes through to contract negotiation and signing, and providing advice and assistance to contract managers.

MŌU - ABOUT YOU

If you have a customer focused approach, can build strong and effective relationships with business partners, know your ROI’s from your COI’s, and sharp analytical skills – this is the career opportunity for you.

Were looking for someone who:

• Has experience working in procurement and contract management with at least 2 years and preferably 5+ years’ experience with ICT procurement
• Has a proven track record in leading contract negotiations
• Advanced communication and presentations skills with the ability to communicate technical information to a diverse audience
• Experience in or understanding of risk management in a procurement and contract management context
• Experience in analysing issues, evaluating options, and reporting on them

You do not need to meet all of the role requirements to apply. We offer a breadth of development and learning opportunities and will welcome an application if you think you could make a great fit.
Mō tō mātou Rōpū - About the Team
The Procurement and Commercial Management function is made up of four teams supporting business units across MPI in the areas of procurement, contract management, contract administration, and commercial advice.

Please refer the Job description for details