Procurement Advisor

In proud partnership with Palmerston North City Council, we are seeking two experienced Procurement Advisors to join a newly shaped team.We are looking for a permanent advisor for a newly created role, as well as a fixed-term contractor to cover maternity leave.About the RoleAs a trusted expert in procurement, your purpose will be to provide support and advice across all stages of the procurement lifecycle, under a centre-led procurement model.

You'll support end-to-end procurement processes that deliver cost-effective, value-driven solutions, contributing directly to the success of Palmerston North City Council and its mission to enhance and support the local community.In this role, you will : Provide expert advice and support for procurement planning and sourcing, ensuring documentation is fit for purposeLead all types of competitive procurement request processes (RFx) and support supplier analysis, evaluation, and selectionSupport contract and supplier performance management, strengthening relationships and driving performanceAdvise and build procurement capability across the organisationAbout Palmy North City CouncilPalmerston North (or as we like to call it, Palmy) is a growing, innovative and exciting city.

With small city benefits and big city ambition, Palmy has secured its place on the map as a creative and exciting city, with leading innovation and developments!

We're proud to be a city that includes, supports, connects and uses the talents of the whole community in our pursuit to provide a connected and safe community.

We're also a future-focused city who cares about enhancing our natural and built environment.

Our future looks bright, it looks vibrant and progressive.About YouWe're looking for capable and confident procurement professionals for these two advisor-level positions.We expect you will offer : Proven experience in an end-to-end procurement role - a minimum of two years' experience is soughtA CIPS qualification (or similar), or a demonstrated commitment to working toward oneA solid understanding of procurement planning and competitive procurement processes, budgeting, and risk management protocolsStrong analytical and evaluation skillsA continuous improvement mindset, with evidence of applying your skills to deliver cost-effective, value-driven outcomesExcellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with a wide range of stakeholders - from internal teams to external suppliersA genuine interest and passion for giving back to your community through meaningful, purpose-driven workExperience in public sector procurement is a significant advantage, though we also welcome applicants from the private sector who have a strong understanding of public procurement principles.Benefits you can expect to enjoy will include : 5 weeks annual leaveSupportive work environment that values work-life balanceAnnual flu vaccinations and subsidised health and eye checksOnsite café, staff gym and wellness spaceThe opportunity to make a real difference in the future of a vibrant, growing cityIf you're interested, we'd love to hear from you!

Click APPLY NOW and submit your CV and cover letter.

Please specify in your application whether you are applying for the permanent role, the fixed-term position, or both.

Applications will close on Monday 25th of August, or earlier if the right people are identified.For more information and a full position description, contact Nicci McQueen on 027 297 8075 or Katie Kemp on 021 928 232 to discuss this opportunity further.

Applications for this role will close when a suitable applicant is sourced, or on Wednesday, 27th of August.All applications will be acknowledged electronically.

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