Procurement Manager

Fitzroy Engineering Group; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DIALOG Fitzroy is a design, construct and maintain company with a substantial presence in New Zealand. We seek a strategic Procurement Manager to lead procurement across major projects and regional locations, reporting to the GM Major Projects.

You will drive supplier governance, negotiate high-value contracts, and build resilient supply chains across a multi-regional portfolio. The role requires strong commercial acumen, proven cost-savings delivery, and leadership of a procurement team within

Qualifications

• Experience leading procurement in engineering, construction, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, or heavy industry.
• Proven ability to develop procurement strategies and governance.
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Demonstrated cost savings and value delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategy and governance frameworks.
• Manage strategic supplier partnerships and high-value contracts.
• Drive commercial value through cost optimization and risk mitigation.
• Lead and develop the procurement team.
• Improve procurement processes and systems.
• Collaborate with business leaders and project teams to ensure success.
• Champion health, safety and environment in procurement activities.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Contract negotiation

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Cost optimization

Team leadership

Job description

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Procurement Manager

New Plymouth, New Zealand

Reference: 6932276

DIALOG Fitzroy is a "design, construct and maintain" company with offices throughout New Zealand and Australia. In over sixty-five years, DIALOG Fitzroy has established a reputation as a leading provider of professional construction-led engineering, mechanical trade and fabrication, as well as industrial coatings and scaffolding to a diverse range of customers.

We're looking for a strategic and commercially savvy Procurement Manager to lead procurement across our Major Projects Regional business. Reporting to the General Manager, Major Projects, you'll lead strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, supplier performance, and procurement governance across a portfolio of major capital and regional locations.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence key decisions, build high-value partnerships, and elevate procurement excellence across a growing multi-regional organisation. Drive supply chain resilience and continuity through proactive supplier engagement and risk management.

About the Role

As a Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for:

Procurement Strategy & Governance - Develop procurement strategies, maintain standards, and ensure compliance.

Supplier Management - Build strategic supplier partnerships, negotiate high-value contracts and framework agreements, and drive supplier performance through robust vendor management practices.

Commercial Performance - Deliver commercial value through cost optimisation, market analysis, risk mitigation, and procurement support for project execution.

People Leadership - Develop team capability while driving performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement - Drive continuous improvement by enhancing procurement processes and systems, increasing efficiency and consistency, and implementing best-practice approaches.

Stakeholder Management - Partner with business leaders, provide procurement expertise, and build strong stakeholder relationships to support commercial and operational success.

Health, Safety & Environment - Champion HSE performance, ensure compliance, and promote a safe workplace.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Significant experience leading procurement functions within engineering, construction, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.

Experience in running procurement as a centralised function.

Strong commercial acumen with proven contract negotiation and supplier management expertise.

Experience developing procurement strategies and governance frameworks.

Demonstrated success delivering cost savings and business value improvements.

Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.

Ability to build effective relationships across operational, project, commercial, and executive stakeholders.

Experience working within project-based, engineering, construction, infrastructure, or industrial environments is highly desirable.

Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving abilities.

Current legal entitlement to work in New Zealand

Why Join DIALOG Fitzroy?

Diverse projects & industries - Work across a broad range of industries and multidisciplinary projects, providing variety and opportunities to broaden your experience.

Career growth - Benefit from ongoing professional development, leadership pathways, mentoring, and industry-recognised training.

People-first culture - Join a collaborative, people-focused organisation that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth.

Competitive benefits & salary -Receive a competitive salary package commensurate with your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Ready to shape procurement strategy, influence major project outcomes, and deliver lasting commercial value? Join DIALOG Fitzroy and bring your commercial expertise and strategic mindset to a role where your impact will be seen, recognised, and rewarded.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.