Procurement Manager

CartersAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand

23 hours ago

Job description

About the company

At CARTERS, we've been helping build New Zealand - and Kiwi trade careers - for over 150 years. Our continued success and reputation as the best building partner in the market can only happen with the right teams. That's why we look for people, who are results-focused, have shared values and are passionate about customer success.

As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for the procurement of a whole range of direct goods for resale and indirect categories within Carters.

Reporting to the National Procurement Manager you will play a key part in delivering sourcing strategies and executing strategic negotiations of commercial contracts while managing supplier relationships.

This is a pivotal role which contributes towards the company achieving financial and operational objectives by ensuring sourcing activities are cost-effective, contracts are well managed and supplier relationships add value for both Carters and our customers.

Key functions of this role includes :

Understanding the end-to-end value chain to reduce costs, namely savings negotiated and improving margins
Supporting category management to source the right products for customers whilst optimising our purchasing power through superior negotiation skills
Reviewing old / existing contracts under the new terms; owning the contracts, their terms and financial incentive schedules
Engaging with key suppliers at a strategic level and brainstorming ways in which to add value to our customers
Carrying out special projects as and when required

Skills & Experience

You will be equipped at best practise negotiation processes that follow our procurement strategy and drive efficiencies within the procurement team. Overall, you will need :

Solid Commercial Acumen

Influencing and negotiation skills with experience in complex contract and 'total supply cost' / pricing negotiations

Strong Stakeholder management abilities

At least 5 years' experience, within a similar role, preferably in the construction, FMCG or retail industry

Quantitative and analytical talents with attention to detail

High level of proficiency in MS Excel

A post-grad degree in Business Administration / Management would be ideal

Be part of driving fundamental change here at Carters! If you are fast paced, resilient and a strong influencer then we want to talk to you.

What we offer

A competitive remuneration package

7.5% Benefits Package, includes Superannuation Savings Scheme, Life & Disability Insurance

We also pay for your Southern Cross Health Insurance

Training, development, coaching and promotional opportunities

Supportive, respectful, fun, collaborative, diverse team

Buying privileges across all Carters stores

Apply now to join the CARTERS team!

Please be advised that this position is exclusively open to candidates possessing valid working entitlements in New Zealand (citizens, permanent residents, or those holding valid work visas).

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