Specialist - Procurement
Mō mātau (About us)
As a proudly indigenous tertiary educator, ‘tauira success’ is our mission and ‘whānau transformation through education’ is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.
Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support their wellbeing and that of their whānau:
- Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
- Four extra leave days each year to celebrate Matariki and Christmas, plus special leave available for those involved in cultural or sporting events.
- Free car parking at our main campuses.
Mō tēnei mahi (About this job)
The Specialist Procurement supports our success as an educator by using a value-for-money approach, being innovative, influencing decisions and delivering robust, timely outcomes. The Specialist Procurement manages end-to end tendering processes and provides advice and guidance on purchasing and tendering procedures, while implementing solutions to improve efficiency and reduce cost. Key responsibilities include:
- Provision of procurement/contractual/commercial advice
- Procurement and category planning and analysis
- Tender development and process management
- Contract drafting, negotiation and maintenance.
- Supporting Takiwā and Uepū with supplier performance management and contract reviews
- Contract variations
- Process/contract model improvements
This role works cross-functionally with a range of internal stakeholders and is a key part of the Procurement team whose relationships internally and with suppliers are strong.
Mōu (About you)
- 7+ years procurement experience, running end-to-end tender processes (public sector procurement experience would be ideal).
- Bachelor’s degree in procurement, supply chain, or business
- Contract management experience.
- Broad knowledge of procurement concepts, methodologies, and commercial practices.
- Sound communication, organisation, prioritisation and workload management skills.
- Proven ability to build lasting, credible relationships with others.
If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply today.
A position description is available on our career’s website. For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz
