Principal Procurement Specialist

Auckland - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Grow your expertise in one of NZs largest public sector procuring agencies
Join our growing team! Varied interesting high-profile work
Flexible friendly and high performing work environment
Permanent opportunity based in Auckland

Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity

As one of our Principal Procurement Specialists in our Infrastructure Capital procurement team you will support the delivery of NZTA Waka Kotahi business objectives through the development and implementation of best practice procurement strategies methodologies systems processes and tools across allocated categories and areas of spend with a focus on Infrastructure Capital.

Your role will focus on the Plan and Source phase of the procurement life cycle and where required the Manage phase utilising your procurement expertise to lead the establishment of commercial frameworks and contracts delivering value for money outcomes.

Working in one of Aotearoa New Zealands largest public sector procuring agencies this role offers an outstanding opportunity to build your procurement expertise while supporting varied and interesting work.

To view a copy of the position description click here.

Pmanawa What were looking for

Our ideal candidate will have some or all of the following (but dont worry if you dont tick every box):

Construction and related professional services procurement experience.
A clear understanding of design and construction in civil engineering.
An excellent understanding of government procurement policies rules and process.
Knowledge and experience in the design and management of a wide range of public sector sourcing processes for example open market multi-stage secondary procurements and direct source for higher value and complex categories and areas of spend.
Expertise in the application of more complex routes to market for example Design & Construct and Alliancing with experience applying this knowledge to high-value high-risk procurements.
Experience in successfully supporting complex negotiations and leading less-complex negotiations across multiple projects and programmes.
Experience in formal structured contract management of strategically important contracts.
A Tertiary qualification in a related discipline or equivalent experience and / or a CIPS or related professional industry membership is preferred.

He aha te take e uru ai koe ki a mtou So why join us

Our people are proud to be part of creating a better New Zealand. Were searching for candidates who share our passion for people communities and the environmentand who are ready to contribute their unique skills to shape a better future.

At NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi youll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. We want you to feel like you belong here - valued respected and empowered to bring your whole self to work.

From five weeks annual leave through to Life Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for our permanent employees you will be well looked after here. Our benefits are designed to support our people and provide a happy healthy and high-performing environment. We take a principle-based approach to flexibility that enables our people and their People Leaders to discuss and agree the arrangements that work best for the individual the team and the organisation. And whether its on-the-job experience signing up to a course coaching opportunities or secondments to other roles within NZTA you can build a varied and successful career with us and grow your potential.

Ko wai mtou About us
The Procurement function at NZTA is responsible for planning sourcing and managing the supply of external resources to NZTA. Procurement is an essential part of how NZTA delivers our critical business functions to support our strategic direction. Many functions of NZTA are performed in full or part using external suppliers and we are one of Aotearoa New Zealands largest public sector procuring agencies. NZTA is not only responsible for its own procurement requirements but it also leads procurement practice across much of the land transport sector.

Me phea te tuku tono How to apply:

Please click Apply for this Job to upload your CV and cover letter.

R Katinga Applications close:

16 September 2025

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To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

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Grow your expertise in one of NZs largest public sector procuring agenciesJoin our growing team! Varied interesting high-profile workFlexible friendly and high performing work environmentPermanent opportunity based in AucklandTe Whiwhinga mahi The opportunityAs one of our Principal Procurement Spec...

Grow your expertise in one of NZs largest public sector procuring agencies
Join our growing team! Varied interesting high-profile work
Flexible friendly and high performing work environment
Permanent opportunity based in Auckland