Procurement Category Lead for Vehicle and Facilities Management

4 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Job Description

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) is transitioning to a centralised, category-led procurement model. As the Category Lead for Vehicles Machinery and Facilities Management, you will oversee the delivery of procurement plan objectives through effective supplier relationship management.

You will work closely with the procurement team to embed this model across the organisation, fostering strategic supplier relationships, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and driving continuous improvement. Reporting to the National Procurement Manager, you will provide mentorship and guidance to your team as they develop their skills and expertise.

This role requires a commercially-minded and solutions-focused individual who can lead a small team and drive innovation, added value and benefit realisation. You will need to be able to draw insights from data and identify trends, areas for action and improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Foster strategic supplier relationships and drive continuous improvement
  • Lead panel management and ensure suppliers are operating efficiently
  • Develop category strategies and implement approaches to market
  • Analyse data to identify trends and areas for improvement

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience in senior Procurement/Category Management role
  • Experience leading a small team and mentoring staff
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to draw insights from data
  • CIPS, tertiary qualification or similar


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