Strategic Category Leader | National Procurement & Impact

Tribe Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tribe Group in New Zealand seeks a strategic procurement leader to design, implement, and oversee category strategies that deliver measurable outcomes across multiple sectors.

You will manage key supplier relationships, lead complex negotiations, and champion innovation that drives efficiency and national impact on public resources.

Joining this team means contributing to smarter procurement with long-term partnerships and a tangible difference for communities across Aotearoa.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with expertise in category management, procurement, or commercial leadership.
• Able to balance strategic vision with hands-on delivery.
• Confident engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Motivated by purpose and using commercial acumen to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee category strategies delivering measurable outcomes across multiple sectors.
• Manage key supplier relationships and lead complex negotiations.
• Champion innovation that drives efficiency and national impact on public resources.

Job description

Tribe Group in New Zealand seeks a strategic procurement leader to design, implement, and oversee category strategies that deliver measurable outcomes across multiple sectors.

You will manage key supplier relationships, lead complex negotiations, and champion innovation that drives efficiency and national impact on public resources.

Joining this team means contributing to smarter procurement with long-term partnerships and a tangible difference for communities across Aotearoa.