Procurement Specialist, Wellington
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Ministry for Primary Industries

Procurement Specialist

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  • Full Time, Fixed Term Contract

$102.95  -  $163.23 k/yr

Wellington

Job Description

Job title: Senior Procurement Specialist / Procurement Specialist x4

Role type : Permanent (1x Senior Procurement Specialist) and others fixed term to December 2027

Location : Wellington

Salary band & range : Procurement Specialist – General Salary Range D – $102,953 to $132,401 depending on skills and experience

Senior Procurement Specialist – General Salary Range C – $121,764 to $163,227 depending on skills and experience


About the Role - Kōrero mō te Tūranga


Your procurement skills will contribute to outcomes that matter for Aotearoa New Zealand. You'll join a high-performing, supportive team within a large, purpose-driven organisation, working at the heart of the nationally significant Plant Health and Environment Capability (PHEC) programme, an ambitious investment in modern and resilient science infrastructure that will help safeguard New Zealand's primary industries, environment, and economy for generations to come. With opportunities at both Procurement Specialist and Senior Procurement Specialist level, these roles offer varied work, broad stakeholder engagement, and the chance to deliver procurement outcomes that support MPI's purpose.


Procurement Specialist


As a Procurement Specialist, you'll bring practical procurement and contract management experience and be ready to pick up work across a range of portfolios. You won't be new to procurement and will have the confidence to hit the ground running, while continuing to develop your technical expertise through exposure to diverse and increasingly complex work. This is an opportunity to build breadth across end-to-end procurement within a supportive environment that encourages learning and development.


You will be responsible for:


  • Developing fit-for-purpose procurement strategies.
  • Delivering end-to-end procurement from planning through to negotiation and contract execution.
  • Providing practical procurement and contract management advice and support.
  • Building your technical capability through varied procurement work.


Senior Procurement Specialist


As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you'll bring significant depth in strategic procurement and operate as a senior practitioner within the team. You will provide internal leadership through mentoring, peer review, and quality assurance. You'll independently lead complex end-to-end procurement, with one of the roles having a particular focus on ICT. You don't need to be an ICT specialist, but you'll need a strong foundation in ICT procurement and the strategic capability to confidently lead complex pieces of work. As there are multiple roles, feel free to apply even if you do not have an ICT focus.


You will be responsible for:


  • Leading complex end-to-end strategic procurement initiatives.
  • Leading and providing strategic advice on complex ICT procurement.
  • Applying innovative and strategic thinking to challenging procurement requirements.
  • Supporting managers through document reviews, peer review and quality assurance.
  • Mentoring colleagues and helping strengthen procurement capability across the team.
  • Providing senior-level leadership while remaining hands-on in procurement delivery.


About You - Mōu


You're an experienced procurement professional who enjoys working collaboratively, building strong stakeholder relationships and contributing to meaningful outcomes. You'll bring practical procurement capability and the confidence to manage tender and negotiation activities, while continuing to develop your expertise within a supportive team. You'll be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to the PHEC programme, an important asset for New Zealand, and to work for an organisation creating positive, forward-thinking change.


You will bring:


  • Experience running tenders and managing procurement processes.
  • Strong negotiation skills and confidence working with stakeholders.
  • Relevant procurement and contract management knowledge and skills.
  • CIPS Level 4 or above, or progress towards this qualification.
  • Exposure to project management would be advantageous.


You do not need to meet all of the role requirements to apply. We offer a breadth of development and learning opportunities and will welcome an application if you think you could make a great fit.


About the Team - Mō tō mātou Rōpū


You will join a collaborative, high performing procurement team with supportive leadership and a strong learning focused culture. Everyone fosters close connections, knowledge sharing, and collective success across our day‑to‑day work. The team enjoys working together, supporting one another, and openly sharing ideas to deliver the best possible outcomes, creating an inclusive and positive environment where people can thrive.


The Procurement team is made up of 24 professionals who deliver procurement support across MPI, providing quality advice aligned to strategic outcomes. We value teamwork, innovation, and strong relationships, complemented by shared rituals such as team breakfasts that help sustain our positive team vibe. Together, we take pride in delivering impactful work while continuing to learn and grow as a team.


About MPI - Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua


The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products.


Benefits of working at MPI - Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua


  • Additional MPI leave days
  • Ability to purchase extra annual leave
  • Reduced premiums for Group Healthcare Schemes


Credit check - Tirotiro nama


Please note, given this position is identified as carrying financial risk, the preferred candidate(s) will be required to satisfactorily pass a credit check.


Are you ready to make a difference? - Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake?


  • We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori.
  • We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatū Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.
  • In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.


To view the position description and/or apply online, please click “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” or visit the MPI Careers Site . To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it – click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.


Applications close at 11.59pm Thursday 5 November 2026


Applications will be assessed as they are received, so we encourage early applications. This role may close earlier than advertised.

If you have any questions about the role, please email Sophie.Hallett@mpi.govt.nz


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Desired Hard Skills

  • Tender Management
  • Procurement
  • Contract Management
  • Negotiation
  • Strategic Procurement

Desired Soft Skills

  • Mentoring
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Stakeholder Management

Benefits & Perks

Culture

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  • ❤ Care and Appreciation
  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • 🧠 Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🚶 Ease Back to Work
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
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  • 🛡 Anti Modern Slavery Policy
  • 🙌 Community Focused
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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