Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)PAE is one of the largest providers of Facilities Management services in the country with a customer-centric vision based around keeping our customer's world working and moving.We are proud to provide logistic and operational support to the US Antarctic Program to enable scientific research in Antarctica.In this role, you willDue to the retirement of a long standing team member we currently have an opportunity for a Procurement Supervisor to join our Christchurch based operation.Reporting to our Operations Manager, this critical role oversees the procurement of goods and services for the US Antarctic programme in New Zealand and on the ice. It involves purchasing a wide range of items, from food, medical supplies, machinery parts, specialist scientific items and general goods to support operations in Antarctica, as well as working with a number of service providers, to provide support in New Zealand and engaging subcontractors to deploy to Antarctica to perform a wide range of tasks.You will manage a team of two experienced buyers who will assist in the day to day procurement while you focus on the larger or more complex jobs.If you are looking for a role that will give you a real sense of purpose then this may be for you.In this role, you willBe the key point of contact for all procurement activities to support the Antarctic Support ContractSupport overall value for money, ensure contract compliance and service outcomesDevelop and maintain positive relationships with a number of internal and external stakeholders across the globePrepare any procurement related reporting or analysis as requiredContribute to the development of annual and long term contract management plansLeading contract negotiations and running effective RFP processesWork with the Operations Manager to quantify, manage and mitigate riskTo be successful, you will To be successful you will be an experienced and efficient procurement specialist with excellent people skills, commercial and financial acumen and exemplary work ethics. You will be performance driven, not afraid to roll up your sleeves and will know how to get the best out of your team in order to achieve team and organisational goals.In addition you will bring the following skills and experienceA tertiary qualification, or similar, relevant to purchasing/procurement.Demonstrated experience in the preparation, administration, and management of RFP and contract processes.The ability to facilitate purchasing and/or project delivery outcomes.The ability to apply contract and procurement policies, practises and procedures.Excellent time management, and are process focussed with a strong emphasis on accuracy and continuous improvementHighly developed interpersonal skillsWell refined people management capabilityApply Now - The successful applicant must be eligible to work in New Zealand, hold a current clean driver's license, undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and pass a security and reference investigation for the issuance of an Airport Identity Card and Elevated Background check.For more information about PAE or this opportunity, please reach out to Wendy Oliver on 021 243 5620 .All applications must be made via Seek.Applications close Sunday 20th April, but will be reviewed as they are received.Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.#J-18808-Ljbffr
