Strategic Sourcing Leader for Education Sector

Ministry of Education; Wellington; Presencial; NZD 120.000 - 146.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ministry of Education in Wellington is seeking a Practice Lead - Sourcing & Supplier Management to shape and mature the Ministry's sourcing practice. You will act as the centre of excellence, driving frameworks, standards and guidance across the organisation.

The role focuses on strategic capability, policy development and stakeholder collaboration, rather than delivering individual sourcing projects. Salary reflects experience and includes KiwiSaver.

Formación

• Significant experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier management or commercial leadership.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing methodologies, market engagement approaches and supplier relationship management practices.
• Experience developing frameworks, policies, guidance, capability programmes or operating models.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into meaningful insights.
• Ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of the Ministry's sourcing and supplier management frameworks, standards, tools and guidance.
• Act as the Ministry's centre of expertise for sourcing and supplier management.
• Collaborate with commercial practitioners and leaders to lift capability and improve commercial performance.
• Provide expert advice on sourcing strategy, supplier engagement approaches and supplier relationship management.
• Champion innovation and support economic benefit outcomes across the organisation.
• Ensure sourcing activities are consistent, effective, and aligned with Ministry priorities.

Conocimientos

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Supplier management

Commercial leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Public Service standards

Descripción del empleo

Ministry of Education in Wellington is seeking a Practice Lead - Sourcing & Supplier Management to shape and mature the Ministry's sourcing practice. You will act as the centre of excellence, driving frameworks, standards and guidance across the organisation.

The role focuses on strategic capability, policy development and stakeholder collaboration, rather than delivering individual sourcing projects. Salary reflects experience and includes KiwiSaver.