Senior Manager, Purchasing

5 days ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Rocket Lab Full time

A vibrant team culture with social activities throughout the year
- Rocket Lab merchandise - T-shirts, mission patches etc.
- Employee Stock purchase program

**About Rocket Lab**
Rocket Lab is the global leader in small satellite launch. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. There are endless possibilities for what we can achieve with better access to space, and that access is now a reality thanks to Rocket Lab. Collaboration is at our core - every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action-oriented.

**While other companies talk about it, we do it**

**About the role**

**Essential Skills**
- Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering
- 10+ years in a lead procurement role in a manufacturing environment
- Category Management
- Developed and maintained strong supplier relationships
- Strategic Supplier Relationship Management
- Very well versed in RFQ / RFP process and ability to adopt processes catering to size of the category and business
- Strong understanding of ERP systems and reporting
- A strong understanding of MS Office software
- A can-do attitude, open to learning with good organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills and able to build working relationships
- Knowledge of freight forwarding and customs regulations

**Desired Skills**
- Experience leading a business from Start-up to mature organisation
- Proven track record of year-on-year cost savings
- Able to identify new technologies and ensure these are actively included in category management strategies
- Has lead projects to identify risks in the supply chain and aligned these to overall strategic goals of the business
- Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and offsite as required. Some travel may be required.

**Rocket Lab Employee Benefits**:

- The opportunity to work on innovative and ground-breaking technology
- Access to world leading experts to develop your career
- Unlimited barista coffee, fruit and snacks
- Rocket Lab merchandise - T-shirts, mission patches etc.
- Discounted health insurance with Southern Cross
- Additional parental leave entitlements
- A vibrant team culture with social activities throughout the year
- An employee stock purchase program

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