Sourcing Officer

• Procurement/Resourcing professional with a passion for making a difference?
• Great employee benefits
• Based in Te Awamutu

Mō mātau | About us

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is New Zealand’s second largest tertiary institution and the world’s largest indigenous tertiary educator, and we’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for nearly 40 years.  Our vision of ‘Whānau transformation through education’ drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace where everyone is encouraged to be themselves.  In return for their contribution, we offer kaimahi a range of benefits including:

• Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
• Four extra annual leave days to celebrate Matariki and the Christmas/New Year season.
• Special leave available for sporting or cultural events.
• Tau Ora programmes that encourage wellbeing and inclusion.
• Free car parking.

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

The role of Sourcing Officer is responsible for coordinating the procurement of tauira resources for Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Exciting opportunity for an experienced Sourcing Officer to join our wider Procurement team.

• Coordinate national procurement of tauira resources
• Research, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for the best value
• Ensure timely delivery and top-quality materials
• Maintain accurate procurement records and stock levels
• Train and support staff on procurement systems
• Champion sustainable and socially responsible sourcing

Mōu | About you

We are looking for a dynamic Sourcing Officer to lead the charge in sourcing high-quality, sustainable resources that support tauira across Aotearoa.

• Certificate in Business Admin or Diploma in Supply Chain
• Experience in procurement or resource coordination
• Strong relationship and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement systems

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) is desirable.

Tonoa i tēnei rā! | Apply today!

Have we outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals?  Applications close on Sunday 27 September, Apply now!

A position description is available on our careers website.  For any other queries, please email [email protected]