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Taitara Mahi - Strategic Procurement Advisor - Infrastructure
Permanent Full-Time
Ready to make an impact?
Hastings District Council is looking for a dynamic procurement professional to help shape the future of our infrastructure delivery. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead smart sourcing strategies for major capital projects, ensuring value, innovation, and sustainability every step of the way.
You’ll be the go-to expert for procurement planning, risk management, and contract negotiations—building strong partnerships with suppliers and internal teams to deliver outcomes that matter for our community.
If you thrive on solving complex challenges, influencing decisions, and driving best practice, this is your chance to shine. Bring your commercial savvy, infrastructure know-how, and collaborative spirit to a team that’s passionate about making a difference.
Join us and help Hastings become a “smart buyer” and a customer of choice. Your expertise will shape projects that support our people and our place—today and tomorrow.
Ōu wheako – about you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A relevant tertiary qualification in procurement, supply chain, engineering, or business (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years’ experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management—ideally within infrastructure delivery.
- Deep knowledge of public sector procurement rules, probity requirements, and contract law, plus hands-on experience with NZS3910, NZS3916, and NZS3917 forms of contract.
You’re a commercially savvy professional who thrives on complexity. You understand procurement planning, risk assessment, and negotiation strategies that balance value, performance, and risk. You’re confident developing procurement strategies for major capital projects and turning market insights into smart decisions.
Strong communication and influencing skills are essential—you’ll build trust with suppliers, consultants, and internal teams while driving best practice. Above all, you’re collaborative, strategic, and committed to delivering infrastructure outcomes that are sustainable, cost-effective, and community-focused.
This role is part of the Infrastructure Group. The Group includes 3 Waters, Transportation, a Delivery Office, Business Support and a professional services panel of consultants.
Situated in the heart of Ngāti Kahungunu, the Hastings district and Hawke’s Bay offer an enjoyable environment in which to live, work and play. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Are you keen to be a part of our journey?
