Contracts & Procurement Specialist

• Procurement
• University Services
• Palmerston North / Wellington

US_P_1314_11/22
Professional Grade 7 73581 – 103400
University Services
Term length: ongoing
Hours of work: full-time

Position Overview

Massey University is a world-leading university in many academic disciplines and fields of research. Our point of difference is that our research is connected to community and industry.

This is fantastic opportunity offers a well-rounded contract professional to further develop their career in an environment of continuous improvement. Reporting to the Procurement Team Leader, you will join our Strategic Procurement and Contracts Office. This position could be conducted from either our Palmerston North or Wellington locations. There are also options for hybrid/remote work.

As our Contracts & Procurement Specialist you will support key aspects of the contract management and procurement strategies at Massey University including drafting, reviewing, and revising contracts, supporting contract risk mitigation, maintaining contract management data and systems, and managing supplier relationships.

You will actively work with procurement management to develop and distribute internal communications related to increasing internal awareness of the capabilities and services provided by the Procurement and Contracts team and be part of a team that procures goods and services through collaborative approaches, by leveraging spend and managing suppliers to optimise costs, improve supplier performance, and lower risk to the University. This includes ensuring that Massey University complies with all contract rules and laws.

Your ability to build meaningful working relationships both internally and externally is essential. You will enjoy building a good rapport with a diverse range of stakeholders.  You will be energetic, driven and excel at working collaboratively.

What you will bring:

• Experience of administering and managing contracts within a complex, multi-stakeholder operating environment within ensuring compliance es with all contract rules and laws.
• Strong grasp of risk, legal and financial aspects of procurement and contracts, market and solutions development, strategic sourcing, sustainable sourcing and outcome-based contract negotiations and management.
• Ability to work well flexibly, independently and as a contributing member of a team
• High level of verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in embedding sustainability and Te Tiriti considerations into contracting strategies is desirable.

Our preferred location for this role is Palmerston North however welcome applications for those in Wellington who would consider a hybrid role, Wellington/remote opportunity and are prepared to travel as required.

In addition to a salary, Massey also offers a flexible, enabling and inclusive environment, with a superior superannuation employer contribution (up to 6.75% of salary), subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your family, additional University holidays, study fee concessions, and a commitment to being te Tiriti o Waitangi-led.

This role requires a rigorous attention to detail and well-rounded contracting skillsets.  If you are a self-motivated procurement professional with a strong customer service focus and the ability to demonstrate initiative, apply now!

To arrange a confidential conversation about this position please feel free to contact Julie Pedley, Strategic Procurement Director, 06 951 7377 or j.pedley@massey.ac.nz – (only applications lodged via out careers portal will be considered)

Application will be reviewed as received and interviews for shortlisted applicants will be undertaken shortly the after closing date of close 21st November 2022, 11.30 pm.  Expected start date for the successful candidate will be after the 16th of Jan 2023.

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