Procurement Specialist at Babcock International

Babcock International; Devonport-Takapuna; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning modules via Eurostaff

BeRewarded discounts

Wellbeing program

Two wellbeing days

weRecognise program

Job summary

Babcock Australasia is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join the Strategic Sourcing team in Auckland on a 9‑month fixed-term contract commencing January. This role focuses on leading RFx activities, supplier negotiations and category strategies to unlock value and reduce risk.

You will work with stakeholders across the business, manage complex supplier relationships, and leverage ERP systems like IFS to drive commercial outcomes in a regulated defence environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic procurement within complex, regulated environments.
• Ability to architect category strategies and lead RFx end-to-end.
• Knowledge of cost analysis using TCO and should-cost models.
• Understanding of contract law and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFx activities and supplier negotiations.
• Develop category strategies and drive value through supplier partnerships.
• Analyse costs using TCO and should-cost to influence decisions.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance escalations.
• Support contract and category management across projects.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Negotiation

RFx process

Supplier relationship

Contract law

Cost modelling

Data analysis

Education

Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain/Procurement/Logistics, Finance, or Commerce

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

Location: Auckland, NZ, 0624 Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid Babcock is looking for a Procurement Specialist to join the Strategic Sourcing team based inDevonport, Auckland on 9-month Fixed-term contract commencing January.

About the role

Join Babcock New Zealand as a Procurement Specialist and help shape the future of our Marine Engineering business. Leading RFx activities, supplier negotiations and category strategies, you’ll drive value, strengthen supplier partnerships and deliver commercial outcomes that reduce risk and optimise cost. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you’ll turn strategy into action while living our principles of being curious, collaborating and owning outcomes. This is a varied, fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You’ll manage complex supplier relationships, support contract and category management, and use your market insights to influence key business decisions. With exposure to a diverse supply chain, ERP systems like IFS, and ongoing professional development, you’ll build your commercial expertise, expand your technical knowledge, and make a real impact on critical projects that matter.

About you

You combine sharp commercial acumen with calm, confident negotiation. You architect category strategies, run RFx end‑to‑end, and turn analysis into decisive action. You interrogate costs using TCO and should-cost models, understand contract law, and manage risk systematically. You build trust with stakeholders and suppliers, uplift performance, and lead escalations professionally. You’re ERP‑literate (ideally IFS), proactive, organised, and ethical. You thrive in regulated Defence environments and are eligible for NV1 clearance, delivering measurable value and resilient supply outcomes at scale, consistently.

Key Required Skills

• Strategic sourcing and category management in complex, regulated environments.
• Commercial acumen and advanced negotiation.
• Supplier relationship management and performance improvement/escalation leadership.
• Contract law understanding for complex agreements.
• Cost analysis: TCO, should-cost, and cost modelling.
• Supply chain risk identification, mitigation, and governance.
• Data analysis and evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Clear written, verbal, and presentation communication with stakeholder influence.

Key Required Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain/Procurement/Logistics, Finance, or Commerce.
• Eligibility to obtain (or current) NV1 security clearance.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic procurement/category management within complex, regulated settings (Defence or engineering services desirable).
• Proficiency with ERP systems (IFS or similar).

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self‑led learning modules through Eurostaffs Learning and access to study leave;
• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver

Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in‑country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company. Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission.

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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