- Are youready to take the lead in procurement and contract management, driving valuefor money outcomes for critical projects? - Do you have a passion for optimizing supply chains, fostering strong relationships,and ensuring top-notch performance delivery? - A fulfilling 12 months' Fixed Term opportunity ( parental leave cover) We are a leading electricitydistribution network company committed to delivering reliable and sustainableenergy solutions to our customers. We are currently seeking a talentedProcurement Category Manager. The opportunity Reporting the Network Delivery Manager, you will play a pivotal role insupporting our Network team to effectively deliver both capex and opexprojects. You will also role model success in several technical andpeople functions: - Collaborativelydevelop procurement strategies to drive optimal outcomes for project work,materials, and services - Manage and implement Network's procurement policy and processes, includingtenders and RFPs - Oversee supplier management, ensuring regular reviews, quality control, andperformance evaluation - Negotiate, prepare, and execute contracts with service providers,consultants, contractors, and suppliers - Effectively manage critical spares inventory, maintaining data, conductingaudits, and implementing improvements - Exceed operational, regulatory, and customer requirements while achievingperformance targets and goals - Foster open communication and strong relationships within the team and withkey stakeholders - Proactively contribute to continuous improvement, promoting safety andbusiness excellence Our people are at the heart of our success. What's in it for you? This will be an exciting opportunity for a confident professional tofully showcase the breadth and depth of your skills while working with peoplewith immense levels of integrity and capability. We will reward you withbenefits like: - Competitive remuneration package - Acollaborative work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued - Flexible, hybrid work options - An in-house company drivenwell-being programme, a Peer Support Network (Kaitiaki) - Social club and family centred events including theNorthpower Wild Kiwi multisport event and annual fishing competition - A friendlyplace to work where people are valued and appreciated - Laptop and mobile phone - On sitecar parking You willforge partnerships that foster collaboration, innovation, and excellence inservice delivery and together, we will build a future where Northpowercontinues to be the backbone of reliable and sustainable powerinfrastructure. About you To be considered for this role you will naturally be a people leader andpossess strong interpersonal skills, as well as: - Bachelor'sdegree or equivalent qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, and/orLogistics - Minimum 5 years' experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, and/or Logistics - Demonstrated expertise in inventory management and procurement best practices - Strong commercial acumen and financial understanding - Excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of work - Exceptional communication skills, bothwritten and spoken, with the ability to influence stakeholders effectively - Team player with the ability to coach and upskill team members About us Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei andKaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. Weare also one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicingthe needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, and commercialsectors with a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commerciallyviable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, andmaintenance requirements. We have over1,300 staff working together across 14 locations in the North Island to keepthe power on and the lights going for our customers. Get in touch! Ifthis sounds like you and you'd like to be a part of our team, we'd love to hearfrom you! Direct your profile into our career's websiteand search for #Req 1194. Suitableapplicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interestearly! Unfortunately,applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand cannot beconsidered. Northpowerhas an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies. If you're interested in a role with us, we would encourage you to applydirectly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless therole is advertised by the agency at our request). #J-18808-Ljbffr
