Strategic Procurement Manager

• Competitive salary + 10% superannuation + range of leading employee benefits 

• Centrally located offices + WFH available 

• 5 days well-being leave on top of annual leave 

Join Westpac NZ and help shape the future of procurement!  

We’re searching for a commercially minded, relationship‑focused Strategic Procurement Manager to join our Customer & Corporate Services Procurement team. This is a senior role where you’ll lead major and medium‑complexity procurement initiatives, influence business‑critical decisions, and drive sustainable commercial outcomes across some of the bank’s key spend categories.

If you thrive on delivering value, building strong internal and external partnerships, and shaping category strategy, this is the opportunity for you.

For the right person, flexibility is key – work from our centrally located Auckland Britomart office or our Wellington office. Join us in a role that adapts to your lifestyle while making a meaningful impact. 

Mō te tūranga | About the Role  

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Lead for Customer & Corporate Services, you’ll oversee the end‑to‑end procurement lifecycle, from strategy and category planning through to sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.

You will:

• Develop and execute innovative category strategies for Customer & Corporate Services

• Lead sourcing activities, contract negotiations, and partner relationship management

• Provide expert commercial advice and support to senior stakeholders

• Ensure category plans, sourcing strategies and procurement pipelines are robust, accurate and deliver meaningful outcomes

• Champion sustainability, governance, and commercial excellence

• Coach and mentor less experienced procurement team members

• Build strong relationships across Procurement, Finance, Legal, and key business units

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? 

As a Bank, we are a large and diverse procurer, so deep procurement expertise (7 years’+ experience) covering categories such as Professional Services, HR, Consultancy, Property Services, Travel, Fleet and Marketing is essential. For this role, the best candidates will have significant experience partnering with business leaders and external providers across these spend areas, with a strong ability to navigate complex commercial arrangements and drive sustainable value.

Additionally, you will bring:

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing

• In‑depth knowledge of procurement best practices and market trends

• Effective communication skills to engage with internal teams, vendors and executive leadership

• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and manage supplier relationships

• A self‑starter mindset with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Demonstrable experience in improving cost efficiency and effectiveness within organisations through procurement

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac  

Immerse yourself in a supportive team environment, and receive some of the best banking, and lifestyle benefits in the market along with: 

• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best  

• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year 

• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme  

• Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers 

• Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave 

• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday 

• 2 Volunteer days per year 

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. 

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. 

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

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