• Play a key role in influencing vital infrastructure projects that support conservation across Aotearoa, use your procurement expertise to deliver impactful, sustainable outcomes in iconic locations
• $92,450.00 - $116,985.00 salary range
• 1x Permanent full time role and 1x 12 Months Fixed Term/Secondment role
• Wellington location, will consider Auckland and Christchurch applications

NGA PUKENGA ME NGA WHEAKO | SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:

• Experience in procurement and supplier management, with over five years in construction related environments
• In-depth understanding of Government Procurement Rules and their practical application
• Proven capability in leading strategic sourcing initiatives, developing supplier panels, and formulating competitive market strategies through research and procurement planning
• Strong commercial judgment with the ability to interpret complex procurement and contracting scenarios, including construction contract standards NZS 3910, 3915 and 3916
• Confidence in coaching and mentoring peers and junior staff members
• Experience influencing and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or professional certifications, such as CIPS, certified tender evaluator, civil or engineering QS, preferred but not required.

Are you passionate about nature?
Do you get excited by the idea of contributing to Aotearoa’s great outdoors - through supporting the building huts, bridges, tracks, roads and fences that connect people with our natural heritage?
Join the Department of Conservation (DOC) and play a key role in safeguarding New Zealand’s unique environment. We’re looking for 2x Senior Supplier Advisor’s with procurement expertise - preference with construction related projects - to help deliver critical infrastructure and restoration work that supports conservation across the motu.
You’ll be part of a collaborative and future-focused procurement team, advising on sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring value and sustainability in everything we do.

What we offer:

• A rare opportunity to apply your procurement knowledge to conservation outcomes
• Varied and meaningful projects across some of New Zealand’s most iconic places
• Flexible working arrangements with offices in Wellington, Auckland, or Christchurch
• A supportive, purpose-driven team environment

If you’re ready to make a real impact and bring your procurement skills to a kaupapa that matters, we’d love to hear from you.