Procurement and Contracts Business Partner
Fulltime, permanent
Tēnā koutou katoa
Ko wai mātou | About us as an organisation
At Te Kura Matatini ki Otago/Otago Polytechnic, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining kaimahi (staff) who are passionate, creative, future-focused and dedicated to help set the direction for quality vocational and applied learning to meet tomorrow’s needs.
We are guided by our values and we are proud to be Rainbow Tick certified. We aspire to create a working environment that is inclusive and meets the aspirations of mana whenua ensuring equity for Māori and increasing access for all.
Mō te tūraka mahi | About the role
The Procurement and Contracts Business Partner will provide expert leadership in procurement planning, sourcing, and contract management across Otago Polytechnic. The role is responsible for supporting best-practice procurement across the full procurement lifecycle, partnering with contract owners and stakeholders to deliver value-for-money outcomes and strong supplier relationships.
You will also play a key role in strengthening contract management practices across Otago Polytechnic, supporting contract owners with contract setup, performance monitoring, renewals, variations, and risk management.
This role is integral to strengthening organisational capability, supporting informed decision-making, and ensuring procurement and contract management practices align with Otago Polytechnic’s long-term objectives.
Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director: Operations, you will act as the organisation’s centre of expertise for procurement and contracts, providing strategic and operational advice, supporting high-value and high-risk activities, and developing fit-for-purpose frameworks, tools, and guidance. You will work closely with Heads of College, Directors, and other stakeholders to support sourcing and contract management activities, strengthen supplier performance, manage risk and compliance, and provide reporting and insights on contractual matters.
Ko wai koe | About you
The successful candidate will have appropriate qualifications with proven experience and a track record of successful procurement planning and management. Your analysis, modelling, sustainable purchasing, benchmarking and financial skills will be critical in achieving success in this role. Your knowledge of relevant legislation and New Zealand Government Procurement Rules and All of Government strategy will be paramount.
This role requires leadership skills and strategic, proactive and current procurement practices, the ability to build and maintain the confidence of key stakeholders whilst delivering results in a complex environment.
The successful applicant will uphold our organisation’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi by continuously developing and upholding your understanding of our obligations and connection with Te Tiriti as an individual and as an organisation
Through recognition, empowerment and inclusion, you will give greater acknowledgement to the unmet needs of Māori, Pasifika and disabled people and their whanau.
You will have demonstrable health and safety best practices and enjoy being part of a team who support each other. You will easily be able to build and maintain relationships and communicate well via email, phone and face-to-face.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
For specific information please contact Max Sims 0800 762 786 or max.sims@op.ac.nz
For a position description or to apply please click on the link.
Applications close 5pm, Monday 1 June 2026.
Salary Range for the position is $78-99k gross per annum based on 37.5 hours/week.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
