Procurement Advisor

This position sits within the Finance Group who deliver the financial strategy and governance for the organisation.

He angituutanga: The opportunity 

Are you looking to grow your career in procurement and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, values-driven organisation?

We’re seeking a motivated Procurement Advisor to support our procurement team and help deliver best-practice tendering and sourcing processes.

As our Procurement Advisor, you’ll play a key role in supporting procurement activities across the organisation. You’ll provide guidance to non-procurement staff on processes, probity, and compliance, and be part of the core central Procurement team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting end-to-end procurement activities across Council.
• Ensuring procurement activities align with the Government Rules of Procurement and internal standards.
• Supporting RFx preparation and administration, including sourcing and evaluation activities.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure smooth and professional procurement outcomes.
• Helping to minimise risk and maintain integrity throughout the plan-source phases of market engagement.
• Contributing to cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

This role is ideal for someone looking to step into a junior Procurement Specialist position and grow their expertise in a supportive environment.

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• 6 months minimum experience in a Procurement/Sourcing role.
• Experience within local government or public sector desirable.
• Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work.
• A collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A deep understanding of the various Government Model Procurement templates.
• A good understanding of The Government Rules of Procurement.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders (internal and external).
• Ability to operate independently, anticipate requirements and monitor workload.
• Strong analytical capability and confidence using Excel and other Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary? 

Circa $90K dependent on skills and experience.

Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer 

• Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policy.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Two Wellbeing days per year.
• Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted. membership rates for family members.
• Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
• Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now! 

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Applications close on the: 26/05/2026

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.