Senior Procurement Specialist

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

Manage and support commercial projects across government, including return to market for All of Government contracts

Be part of a team of highly-skilled commercial and procurement specialists

12-month fixed-term or secondment opportunity based in Wellington

Salary $101,911 - $121,196 + Kiwisaver + employee wellness benefit

Tenei turanga - About the Role :

We're looking for a commercially savvy Senior Procurement Specialist to join our Advisory Services team within New Zealand Government Procurement (NZGP).

This is a rare opportunity to work at the heart of government, supporting agencies with significant procurement initiatives and contributing to collaborative contracts that deliver real public value.

As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you'll provide expert advice and support to government agencies on major procurement projects, syndicated initiatives, and strategic sourcing.

You'll help shape commercial strategies, lead RFx processes, and influence early planning to improve procurement outcomes across the public sector.

You'll also work closely with other functional lead organisations and contribute to building procurement capability across the system.

This role offers a unique blend of strategic influence, hands-on delivery, and cross-agency collaboration.

To find more information on New Zealand Government Procurement click here

Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required

Appropriate experience in procurement and associated functions - preferably 5-8 years in senior-intermediate level procurement role.

Strong understanding of government procurement rules and processes

Proven success delivering significant procurement projects to scope, time, and budget

Experience developing commercial strategies and leading RFx processes

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to identify risks and opportunities in complex environments

MCIPS or relevant tertiary qualification is desirable

The legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Etahi korero mo MBIE - About MBIE :

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers realand ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

Mahi Tahi – Better Together

Maia– Bold and brave

Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future

Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity – Hikina Whakatutuki – which broadly means 'lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under TeTiritio Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to TeTiritio Waitangi.

We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups / organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahungaroa o ngai wi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, katutuki tenei.

He ahuatanga nui e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui.

E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapakua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.

Me pehea te tono - How to Apply :

All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Email Jess Dalbethat

• if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Wednesday 29th October (midnight)

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