Senior Procurement Specialist

• Drive value for money outcomes and influence procurement strategy across Kāinga Ora
• Build strong internal partnerships while leading complex sourcing activities in a fast-paced environment
• Auckland or Christchurch based, permanent role + 5 weeks’ annual leave and insurance benefits

Te whiwhinga mahi - Our opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing, tight-knit Procurement team delivering impactful work across Kāinga Ora.

As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you’ll play a key role in leading end-to-end procurement activities across a portfolio of projects—supporting the organisation to deliver high-quality, cost-effective outcomes for New Zealand communities. From shaping sourcing strategies through to managing market engagements, negotiations and supplier relationships, your work will have real impact.

You’ll partner closely with business units across Kāinga Ora, building strong relationships to understand needs and translate them into effective procurement approaches. You’ll also contribute to the development of procurement strategy, category management and continuous improvement across processes and systems.

Working in a fast-paced environment, you’ll balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery—leading procurement initiatives while maintaining a strong focus on value for money, quality and compliance.

You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive team known for its strong performance, where ideas are shared, capability is built and success is achieved together.

Ngā Pūmanawatanga Ōu - What You Will Bring

This role will suit an experienced procurement professional who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys building strong relationships to deliver value for money outcomes.

You Will Demonstrate

• Experience leading end-to-end procurement and sourcing activities, ideally within complex or large-scale environments
• Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to partner effectively across internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Ability to work confidently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Sound commercial acumen, including experience with sourcing strategies, negotiations and supplier management
• Strong influencing and communication skills, with the ability to bring people together to achieve outcomes
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to balance strategic thinking with delivery
• Experience in construction and/or infrastructure procurement is advantageous, but not essential.
• You’ll also bring a collaborative mindset and enjoy working as part of a high-performing team environment, contributing to shared success and continuous improvement.

Nōu te rourou - What's in it for you?

We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits

As a Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities.

Mō mātou - Our Organisation

At Kāinga Ora, our mahi sits at the heart of Aotearoa’s housing system. Every day, we help shape how our customers live today and into the future. It’s meaningful mahi, and we’re transforming how we work so we can deliver even better outcomes.

Our Transformation Focuses On Three Things

• Our future – building a high performing organisation that delivers quality housing for generations.
• Our tenants – warm, dry, well-maintained homes and the right support to help people live well.
• Our people – simple processes, modern technology and opportunities to learn, grow and thrive.

Guided by our values, we work together, put customers at the centre and continually challenge ourselves to be better.

Kāinga Ora is a place where people feel valued and supported. You’ll find opportunities to grow your skills and build a career you’re proud of, with fair pay and flexible ways of working that support both our people and our customers.

Ō tātou uara - Our values

Our Values Were Developed By Us, For Us. They Unite Us As An Organisation And Guide How We Work Every Day. Our Values Are

• Manaakitanga – People at the Heart
• Mahi Tahi – Better Together
• Whanake – Be Bold

Tūhono mai - Join us

To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. Please note: all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process. If you have any questions about this role, please contact ***email_hidden***.

Applications close at 11:55pm, Thursday 18th June 2026, however applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may progress suitable candidates prior to the closing date so don't delay your application.

We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.