Job Description
Are you eager to enhance your expertise in sourcing management and procurement? An exciting opportunity awaits you as a Sourcing/Procurement Specialist at our Newmarket office. About the role This role is pivotal in sourcing new suppliers, leading contract negotiations, and maximising our return on spend. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you'll be making recommendations that impact the team deliverables and the business operations. This position empowers you to manage and develop a portfolio of suppliers while ensuring the appropriate level of controls throughout the procurement cycle. A motivated approach and an analytical mindset are crucial for success in this role. In this role, your responsibilities will include: · Managing a portfolio of suppliers. · Driving cost reduction with a focus on total cost of ownership. · Negotiate formal arrangement with suppliers. · Ensuring sufficient controls throughout the procurement cycle. · Managing risks inherent in sourcing activities. · Providing support to the Procurement Team. · Delivering operational efficiency. · Ensuring the quality and timeliness of information. To be considered for the role, you should demonstrate: · A tertiary qualification and over four years of experience in procurement or project management, with a proven track record of achievements. · Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills. · Excellent organizational and time management abilities. · Versatile in adapting to different tools, processes and environments. · Open minded and inquisitive by nature. · Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. · Procurement experience with exposure to supply chain, particularly in livestock, would be advantageous. What's in it for you: · Medical insurance, and health insurance. · Joining a motivated and supportive team within a fast-paced and vibrant environment, offering opportunities for career development and significant impact on our business. · Staff discounts on company products. · KiwiSaver contributions of up to 4%. About the company Tegel Foods Ltd is an iconic New Zealand brand with a long history of producing a wide variety of high-quality products delivered throughout New Zealand. We are proud to be helping families eat well every day. Staying at the top of our game and meeting those high standards means we need great people in every part of our business to continually keep running at optimum levels. Please visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFXpH-Dok3sto find out more information about a day in the life of Tegel. If you possess an inquisitive nature and a strong work ethic, and believe you have what it takes to build a successful career with Tegel, please visit our careers website and submit your application now! Applications will close upon finding the right candidate. Applicants for this position must have New Zealand Citizenship/Residency or valid work permit . Reference #12620 Posted on06 May 2024 Closes on03 Jun 2024 12:00 Location(s)Newmarket ExpertiseFinance, Procurement, Project Management, Supply Chain and Technical Services#J-18808-Ljbffr