Procurement Business Partner – Auckland

About the role

The Materials and Management Department is seeking a Procurement Business Partner to support purchasing activities for the Church in the Pacific Area. Based in Auckland, you will work closely with internal requesters and external suppliers to source goods and services, negotiate contracts, and deliver best‑value outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Manage purchasing requests from sourcing through delivery, including price analysis and vendor evaluations.
• Negotiate pricing and contractual terms and complete all required procurement documentation.
• Provide technical and specialised procurement support to internal requesters.
• Foster strong supplier and partner relationships to ensure high performance and satisfaction.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of procurement or purchasing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated understanding and practical application of effective purchasing and sourcing principles.
• Strong negotiation skills with a focus on achieving best‑value outcomes.
• Customer‑service orientation and ability to build effective relationships with internal partners and external suppliers.
• High professionalism, integrity, and sound judgement aligned with Church values.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and technologies.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally for up to two weeks when required.
• Proof of legal right to work in New Zealand; a police background check may be required.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to the mission of a global organization.
• Professional development within a supportive, values‑driven environment.