Qualifications
Ko wai koe | About youWe are looking for a passionate individual who excels in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, particularly within large-scale infrastructure or capital projects. You should be adept at managing complete procurement processes, including strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, logistics coordination, and documentation handover. Experience in renewable energy projects, freight forwarding, customs, or expediting will be a distinct advantage.Strong commercial acumen, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to cultivate trusted relationships with internal teams and suppliers are essential. A background in engineering or project management is preferred but not mandatory; what truly matters is your ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
About the job
Te āhua o te tūranga | The nature of the role
Join our dynamic Renewable Growth team as a Senior Buyer, where you will play a crucial role in driving major capital projects across Aotearoa. As part of a close-knit and values-driven team, you'll be instrumental in the entire supply chain process, from sourcing and negotiating to procuring the essential goods and services that make our renewable energy projects a reality.
In collaboration with project directors, engineers, and logistics experts, you will ensure seamless operations, timely deliveries, and adherence to budget constraints. Your responsibilities will include managing supplier relationships, coordinating freight and customs activities, and keeping stakeholders informed of progress. We seek a collaborative individual who takes pride in their work and is eager to contribute to a sustainable future.
About Contact Energy
Whakatakoto te tūāpapa | Laying the foundationAt Contact Energy, we are proud to lead the transition towards a low-carbon Aotearoa. Our Major Projects team plays a vital role in this mission, delivering significant renewable energy developments such as geothermal, solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). These projects are intricate, impactful, and require a solid foundation of planning, collaboration, and execution.The procurement function is integral to our journey, involved in every stage of the project lifecycle from initial planning to commissioning. Our team is responsible for sourcing and securing the materials, services, and equipment essential to realizing our renewable energy goals. By working closely with engineers, project managers, and logistics experts, we ensure timely, budget-compliant delivery of projects to the highest standards, where commercial acumen meets purpose.
