Strategic Procurement Manager - Fixed Term Role

About The Role

This Auckland-based role will design and lead the procurement strategy for our client’s capital works and programme. You will not just run tenders; you will build the commercial framework that ensures they achieve value for money, social procurement outcomes, and sustainable supply chain partnerships. This is a senior role requiring someone who can influence at the executive level and translate complex construction and engineering requirements into robust procurement plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the strategic procurement plan, including category strategies for construction, civil works, and professional services.
• Embed the company’s community and sustainability goals (e.g., local employment, Māori business participation) into procurement processes and contracts.
• Lead high-value, complex negotiations with main contractors and consultants, ensuring risk allocation and commercial outcomes are aligned with the company’s objectives.
• Establish governance and performance frameworks for key supplier partners, moving beyond transactional management to strategic collaboration.
• Provide expert advice to project directors and the executive team on procurement compliance, probity, and best practice (including NZ Government Procurement Rules where applicable).
• Mentor and uplift procurement capability across the organisation.

What You Bring

• At least 7+ years in procurement, with at least 3 years in a senior/strategic capacity, ideally within construction, infrastructure, or property development.
• Relevant tertiary degree (Commerce, Law, Engineering, Construction Management) and/or CIPS accreditation.
• Proven ability to develop procurement strategies that balance commercial rigour with broader social and environmental outcomes.
• Experience working with iwi, community groups, or public-sector stakeholders is highly advantageous.
• Deep understanding of NZ construction contracts (NZS 3910/3915), risk management, and cost planning.

The Offer

• $150,000 – $170,000 base per annum
• Potential performance bonus
• 1 year fixed term contract with option to extend

Apply Now

If you’re a qualified Strategic Procurement Manager ready for your next opportunity, apply now or contact Jeremy for more information. jeremya@roblawmax.co.nz and contact number +64 (0) 21 588 051