Fixed-Term Strategic Supplier Advisor for Conservation

Marketplace; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

The Department of Conservation is seeking a proactive Supplier Advisor (Fixed Term) to join the Conservation Services Category in Wellington or other locations by arrangement. You will own end-to-end procurement activities—from planning and RFx through tender Evaluations and contract negotiation—driving value-for-money outcomes and strategic supplier partnerships.

With 2+ years in procurement or category management, you will influence stakeholders, manage contracts, and support cross-agency

Qualifications

• 2+ years in procurement/category management.
• Knowledge of Government Procurement Rules preferred.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex commercial situations.
• Experience in influencing and negotiating with stakeholders and senior managers.
• Experience in managing contractual processes with contract law understanding.
• Strong relationship-building with internal and external stakeholders.
• Tertiary qualification or commensurate experience in procurement/commercial sector preferred.
• Understanding of why the Māori Crown relationship is important to DOC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and spend analysis to identify trends, savings opportunities, and process improvements.
• Partner with business groups to understand value-for-money outcomes and category objectives.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes, including planning, RFx development, tender evaluations, and contract negotiation.
• Advise on procurement strategy, approach-to-market options, and cross-agency initiatives.
• Review and draft contracts to ensure feasibility and alignment with organisational needs.
• Manage supplier performance, preferred supplier lists, and panel arrangements to drive compliance, value, and continuous improvement.
• Support the development and improvement of procurement tools, templates, and processes.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Analytics

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Supplier management

Education

Tertiary qualification in procurement

MCIPS (desirable)

Job description

The Department of Conservation is seeking a proactive Supplier Advisor (Fixed Term) to join the Conservation Services Category in Wellington or other locations by arrangement. You will own end-to-end procurement activities—from planning and RFx through tender Evaluations and contract negotiation—driving value-for-money outcomes and strategic supplier partnerships.

With 2+ years in procurement or category management, you will influence stakeholders, manage contracts, and support cross-agency