Strategic Procurement Consultant

2 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi Full time

Job Description

We are seeking a Strategic Procurement Consultant to join our team. As a key member of our procurement function, you will play a critical role in planning, sourcing, and managing the supply of external resources to support our strategic direction.

In this role, you will have a strong focus on digital delivery, particularly within the sourcing and management phases. You will work closely with stakeholders to develop and implement effective procurement strategies, leveraging best practice methodologies and tools to drive value for money outcomes.

About Us

The Procurement function at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is responsible for ensuring that we acquire the goods, services, and works needed to deliver our business functions. We are one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest public sector procuring agencies, and as such, we have a significant impact on the country's economy and communities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement effective procurement strategies to meet business needs
  • Plan, source, and manage the supply of external resources to support our strategic direction
  • Work closely with stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of procurement services
  • Maintain knowledge of government procurement policies, rules, and processes
  • Manage contracts, including supplier performance management, using formal structured contract management processes and practices

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Strong understanding of procurement practices, ideally within a complex public sector environment
  • Sound knowledge of government procurement policies, rules, and processes
  • Experience in managing contracts, including supplier performance management
  • Commercial acumen and good data and financial literacy


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