Manager Procurement Support

3 days ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Auckland Council Full time

**He angitūtanga: The opportunity**

Group Shared Services (GSS) is a centralised function within the Auckland Council Group that delivers high-quality, cost-effective services by integrating common functions, removing duplication, and creating a consistent, scalable service model across Auckland Council, Auckland Transport, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited and Watercare. By streamlining operations and leveraging shared expertise, GSS plays a pivotal role in delivering better value for Aucklanders.

We’re looking for an experienced people leader, with strategic vision, to manage the overall purchasing and contract responsibilities for Group Shared Services (GSS) procurement activity. This is a senior role that is responsible for key functions of the procurement lifecycle that have high customer and supplier impact. In this role, you’ll oversee purchasing and contract teams that partner with business units and other Procurement teams across the Council group, ensuring our customers and suppliers experience a seamless, efficient, and customer-focused service. With a focus on collaboration, Māori outcomes, and continuous improvement, you’ll be able to shape how we deliver purchasing and contract support for GSS.

For a full description of the position, please click here: Manager Procurement Support

**He kōrero mōu: About you**

You will be an experienced leader with a proven track record in leading high-performing teams and delivering value-for-money outcomes in complex, high-volume environments. Ideally you will have experience with SAP, procurement, category management and/or purchasing and contract systems and processes.

Confident in building strong relationships at all levels, you bring exceptional interpersonal skills, commercial acumen, and a customer-first mindset. You are committed to continuous improvement, open to new ways of working, and have the curiosity and adaptability to embrace change.

ability to integrate te reo Māori and tikanga into your work, reflects your commitment to cultural responsiveness and inclusive practice.

In addition, we are looking for:

- A relevant tertiary qualification or CIPS Certification
- Minimum 5 years’ leadership experience in procurement, purchasing, or contract management

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer**

You’ll work on projects that directly shape the future of our city and communities. We offer a collaborative and inclusive environment, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to lead a team delivering meaningful, long-term impact.

**(Band I) Indicative range $130 - 150k, experience and skillset dependant**

We have an everchanging raft of benefits, see here for a snapshot: Benefits

**Tono mo te mahi/To Apply**
- Please provide a bespoke cover letter

**Close date is 11.59pm, Friday 19 September 2025



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