Procurement specialist

Join our dynamic team and play a critical role in shaping a reliable and responsible internal supply chain.

At Napier Port, the Assets & Infrastructure team is integral to maintaining our operational readiness, resilience, and reliability. To strengthen this, we're seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead procurement initiatives that align with our commitment to ethical practices, value delivery, and technical excellence.

Reporting to the Technical Operations Manager and working cross-functionally across multiple business units, this role ensures the sourcing of parts, equipment, and services delivers long-term value, supports continuity, and drives continual improvement across the supply chain.

• Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimisation: Analyse supply chains, market conditions, and cost structures to inform procurement decisions that maximise value and reduce risk.
• Operational Procurement Execution: Manage day-to-day procurement activity, including ordering, receiving, and supplier coordination to support critical technical and operational functions.
• Supplier Management & Governance: Oversee supplier onboarding, performance monitoring, and relationship management, ensuring alignment with contract terms and service level expectations.
• Procurement Planning & Inventory Coordination: Collaborate with operations and inventory users to forecast needs and support stock availability for critical equipment and assets.
• Ethical and Sustainable Procurement: Champion responsible procurement practices in line with corporate sustainability goals and industry standards.
• Tendering & Contract Management: Lead or support structured sourcing processes (RFPs/RFTs) and contribute to negotiation and contract execution.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process and policy enhancements to strengthen procurement controls and efficiency.
• Health & Safety: Actively contribute to a safe working environment, embedding H&S considerations into procurement and supplier practices.
• Team Collaboration: Foster strong internal relationships and contribute to a “One Team” culture across technical and operational groups.

• Demonstrated experience in procurement, supply chain, or logistics, ideally in a technical or operational setting.
• A tertiary qualification in procurement, supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field (preferred, not essential).
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier governance frameworks.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to analyse cost structures, negotiate effectively, and manage risk.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with a focus on collaboration and value delivery.
• A high level of initiative, attention to detail, and a mindset focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Familiarity with procurement systems, ERP platforms, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Details

Applications close: Thursday 26th June 2025

Applicants must have current legal entitlement to work in New Zealand.

Submit your CV and a brief cover letter via SEEK, TradeMe, or the Napier Port careers page.