Strategic Procurement Manager

Strategic Procurement Manager – Professional Services

• Competitive salary + 10% superannuation + a suite of leading employee benefits

• Hybrid working model + centrally located Britomart offices

• 5 days wellbeing leave on top of annual leave

We’re looking for a strategically minded procurement professional to join our Procurement team and lead end‑to‑end procurement activity across our Professional Services portfolio.

This role is ideal for an experienced procurement practitioner who enjoys working closely with stakeholders, shaping category strategies, and delivering strong commercial and sustainable outcomes across complex spend categories and programmes of work.

This role can be based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch, with centrally located offices and a hybrid working model that supports balance and flexibility.

Mō te tūranga | About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Lead, Professional Services, this role is responsible for leading major and medium‑complexity procurement activity across Professional Services categories.

You’ll manage the full procurement lifecycle - from category strategy and sourcing through to contract and supplier management, while partnering with internal stakeholders to deliver value for the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing strategic and innovative category management plans

• Leading sourcing, negotiation and contract activities across Professional Services spend

• Partnering with senior stakeholders to shape fit-for-purpose labour sourcing and engagement models, including supplier optimisation and governance

• Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers

• Providing pragmatic commercial and procurement advice to support business outcomes

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

You’ll bring strong experience in professional services procurement, with the confidence and credibility to operate across complex procurement initiatives and programmes of work with multiple stakeholders.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Proven experience across Professional Services procurement categories

• Demonstrated capability delivering end-to-end procurement programmes or large-scale initiatives

• Strong capability in strategic sourcing, contract management and third‑party management

• Experience developing and delivering category strategies aligned to business needs

• Well‑developed stakeholder management and influencing skills, including with senior leaders

• A collaborative, solutions‑focused approach to procurement

• Sound commercial judgement and attention to detail

• Strategic thinking balanced with practical, outcomes focused executionIntegrity and professionalism in supplier and stakeholder relationships

• The ability to work independently while contributing to a broader team environment

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac

At Westpac, we’re committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where our people can do their best work. We offer:

• 4 weeks annual leave + 5 additional wellbeing days

• Flexible hybrid working to support balance and wellbeing

• Purchased leave options

• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation

• Career development and internal mobility opportunities

• Generous parental leave and school holiday subsidies

• Two volunteer days per year

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. 

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. 

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

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