Strategic Digital & Corporate Procurement Lead

Auckland Airport; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Auckland Airport is seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead Digital and Corporate categories within Operations. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will develop category strategies, run sourcing and negotiation, and manage supplier performance across a high-value portfolio.

You will collaborate with Finance, Legal, Digital, Infrastructure, Operations, Commercial and Corporate Services to align procurement with business goals and sustainability priorities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement experience.
• Degree qualification in commerce, business, finance or related field.
• Experience developing and implementing category strategies.
• Strong commercial acumen, with negotiation, communication and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of contract management, supplier evaluation and sourcing strategies.
• Solid understanding of procurement best practice.
• Sharp prioritisation skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective collaboration across teams and business functions.
• Confident problem-solving with a strong eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies that align procurement activity with business objectives and financial goals, informed by spend data and market intelligence.
• Lead complex sourcing and negotiation activity, delivering measurable value and establishing contracts with clear KPIs.
• Manage supplier relationships through structured governance, measuring performance, innovation and partnership value, with clear reporting of outcomes.
• Balance cost optimisation with quality, service delivery, and sustainability objectives.
• Navigate complex supplier landscapes and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Drive continuous improvement, including the use of digital tools and automation to lift efficiency.
• Partner and build alignment with internal stakeholders across Finance, Legal, Digital, Infrastructure, Operations, Commercial and Corporate Services, from delivery teams through to the Leadership Team.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Contract management

Supplier evaluation

Sourcing strategies

Prioritisation

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Commerce/Business/Finance degree or equivalent

Job description

Auckland Airport is seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead Digital and Corporate categories within Operations. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will develop category strategies, run sourcing and negotiation, and manage supplier performance across a high-value portfolio.

You will collaborate with Finance, Legal, Digital, Infrastructure, Operations, Commercial and Corporate Services to align procurement with business goals and sustainability priorities.