Procurement specialist

Posted 02 October 2026
LocationHamilton
Job type Fixed Term
Discipline Procurement, Property, Operations & Supply Chain
Reference133661

Job Description

Procurement Specialist - Fixed-Term Contract to June 2027
Hamilton Based | Hybrid Working Options | $130,000 - $150,000 Pro Rata | Part-Time Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Procurement Specialist to support a major ERP transformation programme within a large public sector organisation.
Working alongside senior stakeholders and external advisory partners, you will provide procurement expertise, governance oversight, and commercial support to ensure the procurement process is delivered to the highest standards of transparency, compliance, and probity.

What's in it for you?
  • Fixed-term contract through to June 2027
  • Hamilton-based role with hybrid working flexibility
  • Part-time position (approximately 20-24 hours per week)
  • Salary equivalent of $130,000 - $150,000 per annum (pro rata)
  • Opportunity to support a high-profile ERP and digital transformation project
  • Work with senior stakeholders across a complex public sector environment
  • Flexible working arrangements with a focus on outcomes
About the role

As the Procurement Specialist, you will act as the internal procurement subject matter expert, supporting the delivery of a significant ERP procurement project.
You will provide commercial guidance and governance oversight while working closely with project teams, external consultants, legal advisors, and key stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with public sector procurement standards and best practice.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Reviewing and refining sourcing documentation, evaluation frameworks, and contract schedules
  • Ensuring compliance with public sector procurement frameworks and governance requirements
  • Facilitating evaluation panels and moderation workshops
  • Managing conflict of interest processes and procurement governance requirements
  • Providing commercial and procurement advice to project stakeholders
  • Coordinating with external advisors, legal teams and internal project resources
  • Maintaining robust procurement documentation and audit trails
  • Supporting recommendation and award reporting processes
About you

To be successful, you will bring:
  • Proven procurement experience within New Zealand government, local government, or broader public sector environments
  • Experience supporting large ICT, ERP, SaaS, digital transformation, or technology procurements
  • Strong understanding of public sector procurement principles, governance and probity requirements
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
  • Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
  • Experience managing evaluation processes and procurement documentation
  • The ability to influence and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders
Apply now

If you're an experienced procurement professional seeking a flexible fixed-term opportunity and the chance to contribute to a major public sector transformation programme, we'd love to hear from you. Click APPLY NOW!!