Procurement Advisor (Infrastructure&Place), Auckland

Auckland Transport (AT) is on a mission to transform Auckland into a vibrant city that moves, so that Aucklanders can connect with the people and places they love. Be part of Auckland's exciting future and development. From transport infrastructure to customer-focused solutions, we're creating seamless journeys across our city that enable businesses and Aucklanders to thrive.Regardless of your choice to walk, cycle, drive, take the ferry or train, we are passionate about working together to deliver safe, efficient, innovative and sustainable options whilst providing a transport system that will create a vibrant and connected Auckland. Transport has the potential to shape our city for the better - from the streets we live, work and spend time on, to the trains, bus services, cycle and walkways we use every day.Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity The key purpose of this role is to develop and execute Procurement Category Strategies and Plans and deliver Supplier and Contract Management outcomes to enable the best possible 'value for money' outcomes for Auckland Transport (AT). The role will consider the 'whole of life cost' of the goods, services or works being procured, and will position Auckland Transport as 'customer of choice' for its suppliers.Key responsibilities include: Develop and maintain a Category Plan with the relevant business units Report on progress and key metrics for the Category Work proactively with the relevant business units to develop understanding of the timing and business need for each procurement Lead and own the development of Procurement/Supplier Selection Plans with relevant business units and progress the approval of those plans to meet programme requirementsImplement the plans through sourcing/market activities Support relevant business units to implement supplier and contract management framework Support, coordinate and, where appropriate, lead the ongoing supplier and contract performance management processes Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?Minimum 2 - 3 years in a Procurement role within a large or complex organisation Previous accountability for spend with experience across category management, sourcing and supplier relationship and contract performance management Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time whilst still meeting deadlinesCIPS Diploma of Procurement and Supply or equivalent level professional qualification (preferred) At AT, we embrace inclusion and fully support building a diverse workplace where people come first and we feel safe, respected, valued and supported, inclusive of our differences. Our values are more than just words - they are integral to everything we do: Manaakitanga - We care, Tiakitanga - Safe with us, Whanaungatanga - We connect, Auahatanga - Better, bolder, together.In addition, we also offer: Investment in your professional development and training Opportunity for greater leadership and accountability Modern CBD (Wynyard Quarter) waterfront-based office Paid parental and partner leave Study assistance Health and Wellbeing benefits Professional membershipsAT Connect groups such as Mana ka Māori, Women@AT, and many more! Come join us in shaping the future of transport in Auckland - apply today with an updated CV and cover letter. We tiaki all those who use transport in Tāmaki Makaurau. Please note: Applications will be reviewed for this role in the New Year.#J-18808-Ljbffr