Strategic Procurement & Materials Leader

Abbott; Pokeno; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in New Zealand (Pokeno) is seeking a dynamic Materials Planning and Procurement leader to drive direct and indirect sourcing, inventory control, and supplier collaboration across manufacturing operations.

You will partner with operations, finance, and category teams to optimize cost, risk, and service levels, build a high-performing supplier network, and implement governance that aligns with quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of supply chain and procurement leadership experience.
• Materials Planning & Inventory Management – expertise in demand planning, inventory optimization, supply continuity.
• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement – ability to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, manage spend, deliver cost savings, and build strategic supplier partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Materials Planning and Procurement team.
• Plan materials, inventory, and optimize replenishment and safety stock.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance and Supply Chain to translate requirements into sourcing strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance, drive cost savings, and ensure quality, delivery, and service.

Skills

Stakeholder Management & Influencing

Analytical & Financial Acumen

Continuous Improvement & Change

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

Materials Planning & Inventory

Leadership & People Mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Abbott in New Zealand (Pokeno) is seeking a dynamic Materials Planning and Procurement leader to drive direct and indirect sourcing, inventory control, and supplier collaboration across manufacturing operations.

You will partner with operations, finance, and category teams to optimize cost, risk, and service levels, build a high-performing supplier network, and implement governance that aligns with quality and compliance.