Senior Buyers Desk Advisor

Help shape the future of Education

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

We’re looking for a skilled Senior Buyers Desk Advisor to join our established Procure to Pay team in one of two permanent advisor roles. This position plays a key part in delivering our specialist P2P services, while supporting the growth and capability of both the team and our customers.

As a senior member of the team, you will:

• Provide high‑quality, specialist procurement support across the full Procure to Pay lifecycle
• Mentor and coach colleagues to build knowledge and confidence
• Partner regularly with corporate service teams to ensure smooth, efficient transactional operations across the Ministry
• Support the Manager in delivering business plans and driving continuous improvement
• Contribute to both day‑to‑day operational delivery and tactical service development

Based in Wellington and supporting customers nationwide, this role offers variety, visibility, and the chance to make a real impact every day. If you enjoy problem-solving, building strong relationships, and helping others succeed, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career while contributing to a high‑performing team.

Salary range is $100,296 to $110,893 per annum and 3% Kiwi Saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.

About you | Mōhou ake

To thrive in this role, you’ll work collaboratively with key internal stakeholders across Corporate Integrated Services and the business groups we support. You’ll be part of a service focused team that delivers a wide range of offerings, from self-service guidance to fully supported services, across multiple systems. This includes developing resources and building knowledge for both our team and our customers.

In this senior position, you’ll take pride in delivering at both an operational and tactical level. You’ll mentor and uplift the team’s capability, while helping the Manager strengthen service excellence and ensure our work delivers real value within the System Stewardship and Operations function of the Ministry.

You will also bring:

• Experience with Oracle Fusion Procurement modules
• Experience with SAP Fieldglass contingent workforce modules
• Experience mentoring, influencing, and supporting change
• Experience with SharePoint document management
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt in a dynamic, evolving environment
• A commitment to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Every day brings opportunities to gain experience, grow, and take on new challenges. We provide robust training and encourage you to develop your own subject matter expertise alongside a core team skillset. You will have opportunities to lead projects, contribute to service improvements, and deliver new offerings that delight our customers.

With clear pathways for progression, within the team, the wider service, and across the Ministry. You will be joining an environment where your development is supported, and your contribution valued. We also offer a flexible working environment and actively encourage wellbeing and balance within our team.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

We are a small, dedicated team with a genuine passion for making processes simple and seamless for the people who rely on our services. As part of the wider Integrated Services group, our Buyers Desk team understands the day‑to‑day needs of the business and takes pride in consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.

With deep experience across Procure to Pay practices, we support the full procurement and purchasing lifecycle—helping track spend, provide guidance, and ensure activity aligns with best practice. As a long‑serving and highly knowledgeable team, we are committed to continuous improvement. Our future vision focuses on streamlining processes, delivering planned functional enhancements, and strengthening our reporting so it is robust, accurate, and insightful.

This role represents an exciting opportunity to join an established, supportive team where your seasoned Procure to Pay expertise can make a real impact.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

For further information, please contact Patsy Rose, Buyers Desk Manager at patsy.rose@education.govt.nz

Applications close midnight – Sunday 8 March 2026

We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.