Senior Strategic Procurement Lead

MIT - Te Pūkenga; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MIT | Unitec is seeking a Senior Procurement Lead to drive strategic procurement outcomes across a large, integrated education organisation in New Zealand. You will lead end-to-end sourcing for high-value requirements, provide expert commercial guidance, and build robust supplier relationships to deliver value-for-money outcomes.

The role requires strong procurement leadership, experience with government frameworks, and the ability to navigate complex operating environments while ensuring

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, sourcing or commercial management.
• Knowledge of NZ government procurement frameworks, processes and policies.
• Proven capability leading complex procurement projects and commercial negotiations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Analytical, commercial and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities for complex, high-value requirements.
• Develop procurement strategies that deliver value for money and robust commercial outcomes.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on sourcing approaches and negotiations.
• Drive procurement best practice and capability across the organisation.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and key contracts.
• Lead contract discussions within delegated authority and monitor performance.
• Oversee risk, renewals and remediation activities with strong governance.
• Foster supplier partnerships while maintaining probity and governance standards.

Education

University degree (procurement / supply chain)

Job description

MIT | Unitec is seeking a Senior Procurement Lead to drive strategic procurement outcomes across a large, integrated education organisation in New Zealand. You will lead end-to-end sourcing for high-value requirements, provide expert commercial guidance, and build robust supplier relationships to deliver value-for-money outcomes.

The role requires strong procurement leadership, experience with government frameworks, and the ability to navigate complex operating environments while ensuring