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Officer Purchasing

University of OtagoDunedin, Otago, New Zealand

7 days ago

Job description

Overview

FINANCIAL SERVICES DIVISION | TE RATOKA PŪTEA

SUPPLY CHAIN

Family-friendly employer
Open to flexible work arrangements - achieve a true work / life balance
Competitive salary + 6.75% superannuation + five weeks' annual leave

About our Team | Mō te tīma

Te Ratoka Pūtea, the Financial Services Division, plays a vital role in supporting the University’s financial stability and operational efficiency. Our key functions include Financial Accounting Services, Management Accounting Services, Procurement, and Financial Systems. Within this division, the Supply Chain team manages centralised purchasing and stores activities across several hubs on campus. We are a collaborative, service-focused team committed to delivering high-quality procurement support across the University.

The role | Te mahi

We are seeking a Purchasing Officer to join our dynamic team in Dunedin. This role is responsible for a wide range of purchasing activities, supporting departments across the University.

Key responsibilities include :

Finalising purchase requisitions and identifying appropriate payment methods.

Liaising with University subject matter experts and suppliers to clarify order requirements.

Creating and maintaining purchase orders through to completion and payment readiness.

Tracking shipments and communicating delivery schedules to stores and customers.

Verifying goods and services have been delivered to expected standards.

Preparing reports on purchasing activity, including cost analysis.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a busy, complex, and evolving environment during a time of growth and development at the University of Otago.

Skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

We’re looking for someone who ideally has :

Experience in a busy purchasing or procurement role.

Exposure to IT, travel, food services, or construction / trades buying would be advantageous.

Strong Microsoft Office and general PC skills.

A proactive and positive approach to work.

A commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

Flexibility and adaptability to respond to a wide range of queries within policy guidelines.

A dedication to working in a culturally safe and respectful manner, with an understanding of Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, and Pasifika values.

Further details | Pūroko

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.

The salary range for this appointment at level 4 is $63,508 to $68,185. Top of range $73,640.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

For further information, please contact Rochelle McFarlane, Lead Officer Supply Chain via the contact information below.

Application | Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter), please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number will close on Sunday, 5 October 2025.

Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

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Purchasing Officer • Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand