Procurement Category Manager

About the Company

Joining DB Breweries means becoming part of HEINEKEN’s global community, where people are encouraged to be authentic, share ideas, keep learning, and develop within one of the world’s biggest beer and cider businesses operating across 70 countries.

The organisation values different perspectives and is guided by four core principles: a strong focus on consumers and customers, care for people and the planet, enjoyment of life, and the courage to innovate and lead the way.

Benefits

• Fully covered health, life, and income protection insurance
• Employer KiwiSaver contribution of 5%
• Monthly allowance for company products
• Staff discounts at Star Hospitality venues
• An additional paid day off each year under the Enjoyment of Life leave policy
• Enhanced parental leave support
• Access to wellbeing assistance and counselling services

Role Overview

This Procurement Category Manager role is based in Auckland and focuses on delivering value across major spend areas such as logistics, engineering services, and capital works. The position involves building category plans, strengthening supplier partnerships, and working closely with internal teams to unlock savings, fresh ideas, and better business results.

Key Duties

• Create and execute category strategies that support wider business objectives
• Manage supplier relationships to improve performance, value, and innovation
• Run sourcing processes including tenders, negotiations, and contract administration
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand needs and support informed decisions
• Track market movements and share relevant insights with the business
• Maintain strong governance, compliance, and contract management standards
• Lead cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute to local as well as international procurement projects

Required Profile

• A degree in business, finance, marketing, or a comparable discipline
• At least 3 to 5+ years of experience in procurement, category management, or a similar function
• Strong ability to analyse data, solve problems, manage stakeholders, and influence outcomes
• Proven experience in negotiation and supplier management
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems

Additional Information

This is a permanent, full-time position based onsite in Auckland, New Zealand. Candidates from recruitment agencies are not being considered for this vacancy.