Procurement Business Partner Lead

6 days ago


Queenstown, New Zealand Synapxe Full time

**Role Overview**

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented procurement professional with expertise in Ariba system management to join our operations team at Synapxe.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for daily procurement operations, managing stakeholder and vendor relationships, and optimising the utilisation of the Ariba system to streamline purchasing activities.

  • Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, evaluation, contracting, and vendor management.
  • Utilise the Ariba system to create purchase orders, manage contracts, and track procurement activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between procurement activities and organisational objectives.

**Responsibilities**

Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors to secure favourable agreements and optimize cost savings.

Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions as necessary to maintain service levels and quality standards.

Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers to foster collaboration and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Conduct regular analysis of procurement data to identify trends, opportunities for cost reduction, and process improvements.

Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.

Stay current with industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory requirements related to procurement and supply chain management.

Requirements

  • Relevant Bachelor's degree in supply chain/business administration/IT/Engineering or a related discipline.
  • At least 8-10 years of experience in procurement.
  • Experience in IT procurement, Healthcare industry, formulation and review of procurement policies and procedures is a plus.


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