Procurement and Stores Lead

Clarus; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave entitlements

Flexible working arrangements

Insurance and health checks

Job summary

Clarus is seeking a practical Procurement and Stores Lead to keep the good energy flowing. You will lead a small team, manage procurement and supplier relations, and ensure efficient sourcing and inventory control in our New Plymouth operations.

The role emphasizes leadership, negotiation, safety, and continuous improvement within energy infrastructure in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong procurement, commercial or supply chain experience.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and influence others.
• Sound negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Practical, customer-focused approach.
• Excellent communication across stakeholders.
• Commitment to health, safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small procurement and stores team.
• Manage procurement processes and supplier relationships.
• Support sourcing activities, RFx processes and purchasing requirements.
• Oversee inventory, stores operations and critical spare management.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved efficiency.
• Ensure procurement activities align with policies and authorities.
• Champion safe work practices and environmental responsibility.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement

Team management

Negotiation

Communication

Health & safety

Continuous improvement

Education

Procurement/Supply chain qualification

Related discipline degree

Tools

RFx processes

Job description

Company Description

Join the Clarus team and enjoy a career full of good energy and great rewards.

He aha koe ka aroha ai ki a Clarus (Why you'll love Clarus)

At Clarus you’re part of the team of talented specialists helping safely deliver the vital energy New Zealand needs to thrive today and in the future. From starting out in Taranaki our Firstgas, Rockgas, First Renewables, Flexgas and Gas Service NZ operations now span the length and breadth of Aotearoa — so you’re never far away from our good energy. Clarus is investing in opportunities to develop greener alternatives to natural gas and LPG - like partnering with Ecogas to deliver New Zealand’s first renewable biomethane project, and working with other gas distributors to trial hydrogen blending. We care about the communities where we live and work and are guided by principles of inclusiveness, kaitiakitanga and excellence.

Job Description

He mea whakamiharo koe Procurement and Stores Lead? (Are you an amazing Procurement and Stores Lead?)

We’re looking for a practical, people-focused Procurement and Stores Lead to help us keep the good energy flowing. This is an exciting opportunity to combine leadership, procurement expertise and operational know-how in a role that makes a real difference to the smooth running of our business.

In the interesting and varied role you will:

• Lead and development a small talented Procurement and Stores team.
• Manage procurement processes, supplier relationships.
• Support sourcing activities, RFx processes and purchasing requirements.
• Oversee inventory, stores operations and critical spare management.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved efficiency.
• Ensure procurement activities align with organisational policies and delegated authorities.
• Champion safe work practices and environmental responsibility.

Qualifications

He aha tāu e kawe mai (What you will bring)

You may come from procurement, supply chain, logistics, engineering support, manufacturing, utilities, energy, infrastructure or another operational environment.

We're interested in people who bring:

• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong procurement, commercial or supply chain experience.
• The ability to build trusted relationships and positively influence others.
• Sound negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• A practical, customer-focused approach.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across diverse stakeholder groups.
• A commitment to health, safety and continuous improvement.

A qualification in procurement, supply chain, business or a related discipline would be advantageous, as would experience in the energy or infrastructure sectors.

Additional Information

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou (What’s In It For You)

You’ll be valued for who you are, rewarded for what you do and supported to thrive. We’ll sweeten your (already nicely competitive) salary with a host of extra benefits including additional leave entitlements, flexible working arrangements and free insurances and health checks. We’ll fuel your professional development, keep you at the top of your game and help you build the career you want. Our award-winning wellness programme recognises you’re more than the job you do and supports you with initiatives like an annual wellness grant and access to professional wellbeing services for you and your whānau. You’ll get to work in a safe, healthy environment, supported by great people who want to see you succeed.