Excellent position for a Procurement Services Advisor looking to take a step up into a Senior level position. Our client is looking for a Senior Procurement Services Advisor to join the procurement workstream within their Finance team.
- Permanent position
- Ability to step into a Senior level Procurement role
- Proven resilience and long-term relationship building skills
The role is focussed on providing leadership, support, guidance and management in the uptake of value for money and fit for purpose procurement processes across the organisation. Contracts are owned by the business unit, with shared accountabilities for performance reporting, monitoring progress, general performance and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Input into procurement planning and decision-making process for Te Kura by remaining up to date on changes in the procurement environment
- Operational procurement, contractual and commercial advice
- Planning and analysis of procurement projects to ensure that they are delivered on time and within budget
- Undertake contract negotiations, drafting, contract performance management and contract variations
- Managing vendor performance and issue management
- Regular audits to ensure procurement processes are followed, particularly with regard to supplier management by contract owners
Key Requirements
- Demonstrated understanding and experience in contract/ supplier management and negotiations
- Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to impart complex issues in well written business documents
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to team and organisational planning and strategy development
- Proven ability to think broader than the core Procurement function and step into other core business operations as needed
If you have the required skills, hit APPLY NOW to submit your CV and cover letter outlining why you will be successful in this role. All applications will be acknowledged electronically.
For further information contact Jake Harold at jake.harold@beyond.co.nz quoting reference number 108156