Procurement Specialist at Westpac New Zealand

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Acumen, Contract Management, Negotiation, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Management, Procurement Processes, Sourcing, Risk Escalation, Compliance, Cost Reduction, Value Maximization, Communication

Industry

Banking

Description

Competitive salary + range of leading employee benefits Hybrid role + centrally located offices in Britomart + WFH available Fixed term opportunity until 29th September 2026. Be part of a team that is focused on delivering sustainable partnerships, both internally and externally, to support Westpac’s success. This is a fixed-term opportunity until end of September 2026 based in either Auckland or Wellington. Mō te tūranga | About the Role Reporting to the Senior Procurement Lead – Professional Services, you will be responsible for supporting commercial and procurement activities across our Professional Services portfolio, including digital, learning and development and broader corporate services. You’ll help drive improvements in procurement processes, support business stakeholders and work closely with suppliers to reduce cost, enhance sustainability and maximise value. You will lower value sourcing activity within the Professional Services category, ensuring all procurement activity aligns with Westpac’s end‑to‑end procurement lifecycle, from sourcing through to contract execution. You’ll also ensure compliance with regulatory and Westpac Group requirements, escalating risks where appropriate. Strong relationship‑building will be essential, as you’ll partner with stakeholders across the business to deliver outcomes efficiently and effectively. You’ll be joining a supportive, collaborative team with a fantastic culture where development and growth are genuinely encouraged. Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? Experience in corporate or ICT procurement, ideally within a financial services or similarly regulated environment Strong contract management and negotiation capability Excellent verbal and written communication skills Commercial acumen and the ability to build trusted stakeholder relationships 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: 28 February 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 role involves supporting commercial and procurement activities across the Professional Services portfolio, including digital, learning and development, and corporate services. Responsibilities include driving process improvements, working with suppliers to reduce cost and enhance sustainability, and ensuring compliance with procurement lifecycles and regulations.