Likemind works with people who share our approach to work and living.
We are about adding value, connecting the dots, and delivering a solution to take the pain away. We believe that when the right connections are made, amazing things can happen.

We are looking for a contract Procurement Specialist to work closely with an exceptional team to procure critical services for a government agency client. Engaging with a broad group of subject matter experts and internal and external stakeholders, you will need to demonstrate a high level of procurement proficiency to create procurement plans, lead evaluations, and facilitate contract negotiations and award processes. All whilst naturally driving procurement excellence and continuous improvement.
  
To be successful in this role, we are looking for the following experience:

• Over five years of procurement experience in the public sector
• Strong understanding of best practice public sector procurement
• Track record of contributing to high-value and complex procurement projects

In addition, you must bring the following skills and capabilities:

• Excellent relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to influence, guide and engage with key stakeholders
• A positive attitude, enthusiasm and passion for procurement and shaping how it can benefit and support organisational outcomes
• Clear, concise, and articulate verbal and written communication skills
• Well-organised, responsive, and able to operate in a fast-paced environment.

If you feel you could add value to this role, and this important mahi, we would love to hear from you today!

Please note, that you must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of the recruitment process.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do all we can to encourage collaborative and diverse working environments throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.