Procurement Advisor
In proud partnership with Palmerston North City Council, we are seeking two experienced Procurement Advisors to join a newly shaped team.
We are looking for a permanent advisor for a newly created role, as well as a fixed-term contractor to cover maternity leave.
About the Role
As a trusted expert in procurement, your purpose will be to provide support and advice across all stages of the procurement lifecycle, under a centre-led procurement model. You’ll support end-to-end procurement processes that deliver cost-effective, value-driven solutions, contributing directly to the success of Palmerston North City Council and its mission to enhance and support the local community.
In this role, you will:
- Provide expert advice and support for procurement planning and sourcing, ensuring documentation is fit for purpose
- Lead all types of competitive procurement request processes (RFx) and support supplier analysis, evaluation, and selection
- Support contract and supplier performance management, strengthening relationships and driving performance
- Advise and build procurement capability across the organisation
About Palmy North City Council
Palmerston North (or as we like to call it, Palmy) is a growing, innovative and exciting city. With small city benefits and big city ambition, Palmy has secured its place on the map as a creative and exciting city, with leading innovation and developments! We’re proud to be a city that includes, supports, connects and uses the talents of the whole community in our pursuit to provide a connected and safe community. We’re also a future-focused city who cares about enhancing our natural and built environment. Our future looks bright, it looks vibrant and progressive.
About You
We’re looking for capable and confident procurement professionals for these two advisor-level positions.
We expect you will offer:
- Proven experience in an end-to-end procurement role – a minimum of two years’ experience is sought
- A CIPS qualification (or similar), or a demonstrated commitment to working toward one
- A solid understanding of procurement planning and competitive procurement processes, budgeting, and risk management protocols
- Strong analytical and evaluation skills
- A continuous improvement mindset, with evidence of applying your skills to deliver cost-effective, value-driven outcomes
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with a wide range of stakeholders – from internal teams to external suppliers
- A genuine interest and passion for giving back to your community through meaningful, purpose-driven work
Experience in public sector procurement is a significant advantage, though we also welcome applicants from the private sector who have a strong understanding of public procurement principles.
Benefits you can expect to enjoy will include:
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Supportive work environment that values work-life balance
- Annual flu vaccinations and subsidised health and eye checks
- Onsite café, staff gym and wellness space
- The opportunity to make a real difference in the future of a vibrant, growing city
If you’re interested, we’d love to hear from you! Click APPLY NOW and submit your CV and cover letter. Please specify in your application whether you are applying for the permanent role, the fixed-term position, or both. Applications will close on Monday 25th of August, or earlier if the right people are identified.
For more information and a full position description, contact Nicci McQueen on 027 297 8075 or Katie Kemp on 021 928 232 to discuss this opportunity further. Applications for this role will close when a suitable applicant is sourced, or on Wednesday, 27th of August.
All applications will be acknowledged electronically.