Strategic Procurement Manager – Professional Services

About the role

Westpac is seeking a strategically minded procurement professional to lead end‑to‑end procurement activity across its Professional Services portfolio. The role will be based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch and operates under a hybrid working model.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic category management plans for Professional Services spend.
• Lead sourcing, negotiation and contract activities, ensuring commercial and sustainable outcomes.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to design labour sourcing and engagement models, including supplier optimisation and governance.
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle from strategy through to contract and supplier management.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Required profile

• Proven experience in professional services procurement, handling complex initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver end‑to‑end procurement programmes or large‑scale initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, especially with senior leaders.
• Collaborative, solutions‑focused approach with sound commercial judgement.
• Integrity and professionalism in supplier and stakeholder relationships.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary plus 10% superannuation.
• A suite of leading employee benefits.
• Hybrid working model with centrally located offices.
• 5 days wellbeing leave on top of annual leave.