Procurement Coordinator

Job title: Procurement Coordinator

Company: Ministry of Education


Job description: Help shape the future of EducationWe work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomesOur organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.About this role | Mō tēnei tūrangaThe Procurement Coordinator is responsible for providing day to day operational and administrative support to the Infrastructure Procurement team in the region.Your Key Priorities will include:

• Operational / Procurement Support to the team including supporting the ‘end to end’ delivery of scheduled procurement activities
• Periodic reporting against key procurement information
• Ensuring that all appropriate processes, procedures, standards and guidelines are adhered to and adapted as necessary
• Reviewing and coordinating procurement documentation (procurement plans, evaluation plans and recommendations) for approval and, ensuring all relevant final versions of documents are collected and stored appropriately
• Providing administrative support to use of the Ministry’s contract management tool.

Salary range: $65,001 – $78,395 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description hereAbout you | Mōhou akeYou will have proven experience providing support to busy projects and ideally procurement teams and strong Microsoft Office skills with the ability to manipulate data in Excel spreadsheets. A positive and ‘can do’ attitude are paramount as you liaise with stakeholders within and across teams. Experience in the public sector and/or the construction industry would be advantageous.You will also offer:

• Initiative
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organisational skills with a strong attention to detail; and
• The ability to use technology and systems effectively as part of daily tasks.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the

.We are a tight-knit, collegial and truly collaborative team, that cares about your professional development and personal wellbeing. This position is a fundamental enabler of the Infrastructure Procurement team, but can also provide a great opportunity for progression into a procurement careerAbout our ministry, group, and team | Mātau rōpū akeTe Pou Rangatōpū | Corporate group is responsible for delivering essential Ministry-wide statutory and corporate functions. We enable the organisation to operate effectively and help fulfil the statutory and reporting obligations of Te Tāhuhu.The Infrastructure Procurement team sits within Te Pou Rangatōpū | Corporate and is a vibrant and diverse team, where no two days are the same. We work together with our partners in School Property to deliver effective, inclusive procurement solutions, which support the Ministry’s vision that all schools have quality learning environments as part of a well-managed and sustainable portfolio. This all contributes to helping deliver equitable and excellent outcomes for every child in our education system.Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and CV by using the ‘apply’ button below. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, your whakapapa or anything you’d like to share about your cultural identity. We’re keen to know your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.For further information, please contact Matt Horwell, Manager, Infrastructure Procurement atApplications close midnight on Sunday 13 April 2025We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.

Expected salary: $65001 – 78395 per year

Location: Wellington

Job date: Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:24:08 GMT

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