- National Procurement Manager – Manufacturing
- Pokeno, Waikato
- $135,000 – $150,000 + Company Vehicle + Benefits
Based in Pokeno and East Tamaki, this senior leadership role will partner closely with manufacturing and finance to deliver strong commercial outcomes across multiple sites.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the General Manager – Manufacturing, you will lead the national procurement function, ensuring robust processes, effective supplier partnerships, and disciplined cost management.
You will play a key role in shaping procurement strategy, enhancing cost visibility, and driving performance across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and deliver a national procurement strategy covering raw materials and operational spend.
- Lead supplier selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing relationship management
- Partner with finance to align procurement activity with financial planning and business objectives
- Identify and deliver cost reduction and value improvement initiatives
- Analyse spend, cost drivers, and supplier performance to support informed decision-making
- Establish and monitor KPIs to improve procurement efficiency and outcomes
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team
- Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, and commercial teams
About You
- Proven procurement or purchasing leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving cost optimisation and business performance
- Experience building and leading high-performing teams
- Background in cost control, process improvement, or operational efficiency initiatives
- Confident stakeholder manager, able to influence at all levels
- Strong analytical capability, with experience using ERP systems and data-driven insights
What’s on Offer
- $135,000 – $150,000 salary package + company vehicle + benefits
- Key leadership role within a stable, well-regarded NZ business
- Opportunity to shape procurement strategy and influence organisational performance
- South Auckland location (office-based, 5 days per week)
- Supportive, values-driven culture with a focus on long-term growth and development
Apply Now
If you’re a commercially driven procurement leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a growing manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, contact Dornford Goves at dornford.goves@beyond.co.nz quoting reference #132607.
