Senior Procurement Specialist

• Work across the full spectrum of public sector procurement
• Professional growth plus work-life balance and flexibility
• Make the lifestyle move to Taranaki! 

Step into a senior role with purpose, variety and the opportunity to make a difference.

If you’re ready for your next career move - one that gives you variety, influence, and work-life balance - then New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) may have just what you’re after.

We’re recruiting a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead procurement planning and tender processes for infrastructure and capital works projects ranging in value from $250K to $20M+.  You’ll lead the development of procurement documents, guide stakeholders on procurement strategy, and help embed a best-practice procurement culture. 

What’s On Offer

• Meaningful work. Bring your procurement expertise to capital projects that deliver long-term benefits for the community, you can be proud of!
• Professional growth.  You’ll have scope to bring ideas, improve processes, and take part in broader commercial discussions.
• Diverse projects.  From engineering and construction to technology and services, the projects are varied, essential, and community focused.
• Work-life balance and flexibility. Here at NPDC, work-life balance is encouraged as we care about the wellness of our work family.
• The best of work and life! With fantastic surf, stunning coastal walks, Mt Taranaki on our doorstep, a thriving arts scene, and short commutes, life doesn’t get much better!

Who we’re looking for

You’ll be a confident and experienced procurement professional, ideally with a public sector and/or infrastructure, construction background. You’ll have expertise in planning and managing RFPs and tender processes.  You’re used to juggling competing priorities, guiding and influencing stakeholders, and delivering pragmatic, ethical procurement advice.  A team player, you’ll be comfortable in a collaborative environment where open communication and a good sense of humour are part of the DNA.

About New Plymouth District Council

New Plymouth District Council is a progressive and well-governed local authority serving a population of more than 87,000 residents. The Council is widely respected for its professional culture, collaborative leadership, and commitment to sustainability. Here, you’ll be trusted to do great work - and supported to grow while you do it.

Apply now or contact Lisa Hulley on 027 688 8831 for a confidential chat. Applications close 13 August 2025 or when the role is filled - so don’t delay.

New Plymouth District Council has engaged Peak Recruitment to manage the recruitment of this position.  Please direct all enquiries and applications to Peak Recruitment.

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