ICT Procurement Strategy Leader

Alexander James; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand in Auckland is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead IT procurement category management, supplier engagement, and strategic sourcing. You will negotiate terms, build partnerships, and drive value through tailored commercial propositions.

You will collaborate with stakeholders across the business to develop data-driven strategies, manage contracts, and monitor supplier performance to ensure alignment with objectives and profitability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT procurement category management or supplier relations.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills with the ability to influence at operational and executive levels.
• Ability to develop and execute procurement strategies that drive profitability and market share.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A results driven, self motivated professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure best in market agreements and strategic partnerships.
• Negotiate favorable commercial terms, leveraging group volumes to strengthen market position.
• Perform data-driven category analysis to identify growth opportunities and improve outcomes.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts and monitor performance to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Skills

Procurement

Category management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Job description

Jora New Zealand in Auckland is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead IT procurement category management, supplier engagement, and strategic sourcing. You will negotiate terms, build partnerships, and drive value through tailored commercial propositions.

You will collaborate with stakeholders across the business to develop data-driven strategies, manage contracts, and monitor supplier performance to ensure alignment with objectives and profitability.