Procurement Partner

About Us

ACC New Zealand is a reputable organisation committed to providing care, supporting recovery, and promoting injury prevention now and into the future.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Procurement Partner to join our Wellington-based team permanently. You will collaborate closely with business unit stakeholders to plan, prioritise, and oversee a portfolio of procurement initiatives aligned with organisational goals. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will build strong relationships across the organisation, understand strategic priorities, and facilitate procurement processes that enable informed decision-making and successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for a portfolio to ensure proper procurement approaches are applied timely.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate commercial challenges, manage risks and opportunities, and add value aligned with ACC’s strategic objectives.
• Work as part of a procurement partnering model alongside Senior Procurement Partners and Advisors to maintain visibility of upcoming demand and support business planning.
• Operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple competing priorities and delivering consistent results.

Candidate Profile

• Extensive experience managing complex procurement processes, preferably within public sector or similarly complex environments.
• Sound understanding and pragmatic application of New Zealand Government Procurement Rules (NZGPR) for value-driven outcomes.
• Proven ability to develop procurement strategies aligned with organisational priorities.
• Strong workload management skills and ability to progress parallel projects independently.
• Effective relationship building and collaborative skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• A partnership approach, demonstrating trust-building, influencing, and turning insights into actionable outcomes.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and influencing capabilities.
• Continuous improvement mindset with adaptability to evolving working methods.
• Must have current work rights for New Zealand.

Benefits and Culture

• Competitive salary range between NZD 101,287 and NZD 142,993 based on experience and capability.
• 9% employer superannuation contribution with no mandatory employee contribution.
• Optional life and income protection insurance available.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace supporting cultural richness and equitable opportunities.
• Employee networks promoting inclusion of diverse backgrounds.
• Flexible working options tailored to suit employee and organisational needs.

Additional Information

Applications require a CV and cover letter explaining suitability for the role. The closing date for applications is 11:59 PM Monday 24 August; however, early applications are encouraged as recruitment may proceed sooner if a suitable candidate is identified.

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