Senior Purchasing & Supply Technician

Genesis; Huntly; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Huntly is seeking a skilled procurement professional to manage purchasing and inventory activities. You will work closely with various teams to ensure effective sourcing and supplier relations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This permanent full-time position offers a chance to contribute to New Zealand's energy future while enjoying a range of benefits including medical insurance and flexible working options.

Benefits

Southern Cross medical insurance

Electricity and gas discounts

Flexible working options

Annual wellbeing allowance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing/sourcing, ideally in complex industrial environments.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build strong business relationships.
• Full NZ clean drivers licence.

Responsibilities

• Shape sourcing strategies and build stronger supplier relationships.
• Manage purchase orders and maintain accurate inventory data.
• Mentor and guide the purchasing and inventory team.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Strong analytical skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Proficient in Excel

Education

Tertiary qualification in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain

Tools

Inventory/purchasing systems

Job description

In the moment, for the future:

At Genesis, we're always looking ahead - to new possibilities, smarter solutions, and a better energy future for Aotearoa New Zealand. Every role here plays a part in shaping what's next, whether it's through cutting-edge technology, bold thinking, or everyday excellence. If you're driven by progress and inspired by purpose, this is your chance to be part of something remarkable. Step into a career where your actions today help power tomorrow.

What you'll do:

At Genesis, we're proud to be at the heart of New Zealand's energy future. Our generation sites are critical in powering homes, businesses, and communities across the country and behind the scenes, it takes the right materials, equipment, and services delivered at the right time to keep everything running smoothly. That's where you come in.

Reporting to our Warehouse, Inventory and Purchasing Team Lead, you will shape sourcing strategies, build stronger supplier relationships, managing purchase orders, and maintain accurate inventory data to support both day-to-day operations and large-scale outage projects. You'll work closely with engineering, maintenance planning, maintenance managers, and project teams to align purchasing decisions with technical requirements and operational priorities. Beyond managing procurement of critical generation spares, you will mentor and guide the purchasing and inventory team, helping to shape a culture of continuous improvement and embedding best practice across the function.

Please note, this is a permanent full-time role based at our Huntly site, with regular travel required to our renewable generation sites.

What you'll need:

You're a skilled procurement professional who thrives on solving challenges and making processes better. With a strong background in procurement and inventory management and great analytical skills, you're confident managing supplier relationships, sourcing offshore/local suppliers, and using data to make smart decisions. You're digitally savvy, data-driven, and motivated by the chance to make an impact in a business that keeps the lights on for the whole country.

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field
• Proven experience in purchasing/sourcing, ideally in complex industrial environments
• Strong supply chain knowledge with excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to build strong business relationships
• Full NZ clean drivers licence
• Proficient in Excel and inventory/purchasing systems.

How we'll help you thrive:

At Genesis, we know that every moment matters - it's not just about the mahi today, it's also all the other benefits that set you up for a thriving future.

Some of our benefits include:

• Southern Cross medical insurance, plus life, trauma and income protection insurances
• Electricity and gas discounts and an extra 20 Power Shout hours per year
• Up to 4% match on KiwiSaver contributions or 3% with our GenSaver allowance
• Flexible working and leave options to support you to balance personal and professional needs
• Annual wellbeing allowance, access to Best Doctors online service for you and your family and other wellbeing offerings
• Career development opportunities and a supportive learning culture.

At Genesis, you're empowered to be yourself and make your mark. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion ensures every team member can thrive - bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to power a better tomorrow. Join us and help shape New Zealand's energy future, together.

Ready to join us?

This is more than just a job - it's your chance to be part of something meaningful. If you're curious, capable, and care about creating a better future, don't wait. Let's shape what's next, together. Join us and enjoy all that's ahead - for your career and New Zealand's energy future. This could be your moment, apply now!

Everyone's journey is different.

At Genesis, we understand that everyone has unique needs and experiences. We're committed to creating a recruitment process that is fair, accessible, and inclusive for all. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to participate fully in our hiring process, please don't hesitate to let us know. We're here to support you every step of the way.