Strategic Procurement Manager Technology

Due to an internal promotion, we are seeking a strong commercially driven procurement professional with deep technology procurement experience to join our team. Driven by our Head of Shared Services, the team focus is heavily on our customers, data, delivery, integrity and continuing to build strong and solid relationships with our suppliers. As a best-in-class end-to-end procurement services function, we aim to foster an engaging environment for our people and deliver efficient, effective, and good commercial outcomes to our customers. Our reputation as a safe pair of hands and our commitment to developing safe and valuable relationships with our suppliers make us an invaluable partner to our customers.For the right person, flexibility is key – work from our centrally located Auckland Britomart office or our brand-new Wellington office. Join us in a role that adapts to your lifestyle while making a meaningful impact.

• Mō te tūranga | About the Role
• Reporting directly to the Senior Procurement Lead Technology, in this senior role, your primary purpose is to lead major and medium complexity deals within the Technology Procurement Portfolio, overseeing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle from strategy, sourcing and contract life management by :
• Developing and executing strategic and innovative category solutions
• Building on external partnerships to deliver sustainable value
• Collaborating with internal business partners to deliver on customer outcomesAs a Bank, we are a technology heavy procurer, so technology procurement expertise covering categories such as Software, Core Infrastructure, Telco and Payments is essential. For this role, the best candidates will have significant enterprise software vendor procurement experience (such as with Microsoft / IBM / Oracle). Additionally, you will bring :
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing
• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices and market trends
• Effective communication skills to engage with internal teams, vendors and executive leadership
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and manage supplier relationships
• A self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrable experience in improving cost efficiency / effectiveness of organisations through procurement
• Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
• Immerse yourself in a supportive team environment, and receive some of the best banking, and lifestyle benefits in the market along with :
• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
• Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers
• Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave
• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
• 2 Volunteer days per year
• Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
• At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
• Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!
• Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.
• Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater
• Applications close :
• 30 October 2025
• Competitive salary + 10% superannuation + range of leading employee benefits
• Centrally located offices + WFH available
• 5 days well-being leave on top of annual leave

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