Senior Procurement Specialist

Overview

We're seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to join a high-performing team supporting the delivery of a major capital works and transport programme.

This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring complex projects.

You'll lead end-to-end procurement processes, partner with project managers and technical specialists, and provide trusted advice across a diverse portfolio of high-value projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end procurement activities for major infrastructure, transport, and capital works projects.

Develop and implement procurement strategies that drive value and manage risk.

Provide expert advice on best practice, compliance, and contract management.

Support tender evaluations, supplier negotiations, and contract execution.

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, contractors, and external partners.

About You

You're an experienced procurement professional who can confidently deliver in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You'll thrive in a small, agile organisation where you can hit the ground running and see the tangible impact of your work.

You will bring :

Proven experience managing full end-to-end procurement processes in the public or consulting sector.

Strong understanding of procurement models, tendering, and contract management (experience with NZ public sector frameworks or NZS

• advantageous).

A balance of operational capability and strategic insight — able to "do the doing" while understanding the bigger picture.

Excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills.

Infrastructure or construction sector experience is desirable, but not essential.

Why Apply?

Support delivery of the region's

largest capital programme

Be part of a

collaborative, high-trust, and community-focused team

Great employee benefits —

wellbeing leave, paid birthday leave, flexible working options

, and more.

Full-time, fixed term for 18 months

If you're motivated by meaningful work and want to help shape the future of your community through large-scale infrastructure delivery, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Serena Daysh on

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days.

If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Serena Daysh on

About the job

Contract Type : Perm

Specialism : Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus : Commercial / Procurement

Industry : Purchasing and Procurement

Workplace Type : On-site

Experience Level : Associate

Location : Wellington Central

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