Head of Trade Procurement

4 days ago

New Plymouth Central, New Zealand Hunter Campbell Limited Full time NZ$120,000 - NZ$180,000 per year

About the Company: Brooklands Pet Products is New Zealand's largest importer and distributor of pet accessories, supplying Animates, Petstock, Pet Direct, and over 1,300 retail businesses nationwide. With a 60-year history and a family-founded ethos, Brooklands specialises in high-quality pet accessories and is New Zealand's largest importer of tropical fish. The company operates a portfolio of over 4,000 SKUs, working with more than 40 global vendors and attending major international trade shows. With strong growth ambitions and a high-performance culture, Brooklands is positioned for ongoing expansion, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to the evolution of a market-leading business.

The Role: Reporting directly to the CEO and sitting on the Executive Leadership Team, the Head of Trade Procurement & Supply is one of the 5 most senior positions in a company of ~40 employees. This hands-on leadership role will oversee the entire procurement function, including strategic sourcing, vendor management, inventory planning, and new product development. You will manage a team of three and collaborate closely with Finance, Operations, and Sales & Marketing teams to drive profitability, optimise inventory, and secure exclusive partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business growth objectives.
  • Lead and manage the procurement team, fostering accountability and a high-performance culture.
  • Oversee global supplier relationships, negotiating favourable terms and service agreements.
  • Manage end-to-end procurement of over 4,000 SKUs, balancing stock levels with cash flow and minimising lost sales risk.
  • Drive Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) in partnership with Operations and Sales teams.
  • Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) sourcing and SKU lifecycle management, introducing new products in line with market trends.
  • Implement cost optimisation initiatives, pricing strategies, and foreign exchange mitigation measures.
  • Attend key international trade shows (China, USA, Germany, Italy) and manage vendor performance and partnerships.
  • Provide executive-level insights on procurement performance, inventory health, and strategic opportunities.

About You:

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (Master's preferred).
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in commercial leadership (e.g. procurement or merchandising), ideally managing global suppliers and developing long-term strategic relationships
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience in pricing strategies, cost optimisation, and inventory management.
  • Hands-on, proactive leader with excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence at the executive level.
  • Adaptable and comfortable leading change in a growing, high-performing business.

What's in it for you: Alongside an attractive salary range, this is an opportunity to lead procurement in a dynamic, high-growth company with a strong market presence. Brooklands offers a collaborative culture where your leadership, innovation, and strategic impact will be highly valued. You will have the chance to shape the procurement function, attend international trade shows, and drive initiatives that directly influence company growth.

If this sounds like the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply now or contact Dan Hearty on for a confidential discussion.

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