Head of Procurement Job at Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade, Wellington, Wellington Central
- Location:
- Wellington
- Wellington Central
- Classification:
- Government & Defence
- Government
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) is the Government’s lead adviser and negotiator on foreign and trade policy, and diplomatic, consular and development assistance issues. In a rapidly changing global environment, the Ministry plays a significant role in ensuring New Zealand’s prosperity and security. The Vision of the Ministry is to give New Zealand an edge internationally.”
As a senior manager in the Corporate Management Group, the Head of Procurement will lead the transformation of the Ministry‘s procurement processes and practices through the establishment of a centre-led strategic procurement management function. They will develop and deliver leading edge procurement strategies, processes and systems that maximise business leverage and value for the Ministry, and build and manage a team of procurement professionals providing advice and support across all areas of Ministry‘s procurement activities.
The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience of strategic procurement in a medium to large organisation, ideally with some experience in the government / public sector. They will also have experience in managing and leading a team of procurement professionals; a collaborative approach; outstanding communication skills; and the proven ability and credibility to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels.Applications close 5pm Wednesday 20 July 2011.
For further information and application instructions, please refer to ‘About the Ministry / Working for Us / Vacancies’ on the Ministry website: www.mfat.govt.nz
You must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate New Zealand Government security clearance.