OFC is looking for a Procurement Manager with a strong background in team management and a passion for improving operational efficiency to join our team, based at the Home of Football, Te Kahu o’ Kiwa in Auckland, New Zealand.

About the Role:

As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Lead, manage, and develop the Procurement & Logistics team to ensure efficient implementation of OFC’s procurement and logistics strategy
  • Prepare management reports and key performance data, monitoring cost savings and procurement innovations
  • Generate and implement sourcing and category management strategies while keeping up with industry trends and best practices
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and legislative requirements
  • Collaborate with the Head of Finance and Services to implement strategies for risk reduction in procurement and logistics operations
  • Oversee and develop:
    • The procurement and logistics strategy and corresponding annual operational plans
    • The procurement and logistics annual budget, ensuring efficiency and cost optimisation
    • Strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient procurement processes

Skills and experience:

  • A relevant bachelor’s degree qualification, and/or at least five years’ experience in procurement management
  • Experience in procurement and knowledge of relevant related operational frameworks will be an advantage
  • An understanding of not-for-profit organisations is a plus
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint) at an intermediate level
  • Proven experience in developing strategy and operational plans
  • Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to communicate procurement processes effectively to a diverse audience
  • Strong relationship management and project management skills

The Next Steps: 

Please email a cover letter attached to your resume to [email protected]. Your cover letter should highlight your specific qualifications and recent experiences that are relevant to the role.

Applications close at 4:00 p.m. (NZST) on Friday, 10 January 2025.

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