" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eProcurement and Category Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20644\"\u003e Accounting \u0026amp; Finance \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20645\"\u003e Financial Controller \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20646\"\u003e Auckland CBD \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20647\"\u003e Permanent - Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 28/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eTimber specialist role\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2 days in the office\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIconic Kiwi Business\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Company\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eA prominent, nation-wide building supplies network supporting local builders across New Zealand. Built on strong group purchasing leverage, commercial excellence, and local customer focus, the organisation delivers a high-value supply chain. The culture is collaborative, down-to-earth, and driven by direct relationships and industry expertise.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eLead the growth, strategic sourcing, and commercial execution for a primary timber category portfolio. Reporting to the Procurement Lead, you will drive category profitability, negotiate market-leading trade agreements, and partner closely with supply chain networks.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrive timber category expansion through data-led commercial sourcing strategies.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNegotiate competitive supply agreements leveraging national group purchasing power.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild high-performing partnerships across timber manufacturers and supply merchants.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalyse margin insights to identify competitive regional pricing opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirect Assistant Procurement Manager to build internal capability and succession.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSo Who Are You And What Is Your Profile?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep expertise in timber trade, building supplies, or construction merchant channels.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven background in strategic category management, procurement, or trade sourcing.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated ability to negotiate complex commercial agreements with major suppliers.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTertiary qualification in business, commerce, or formal negotiation certification.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborative communicator skilled at engaging diverse merchant and executive networks.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e You will likely (on average) be in the office 2 days a week, travelling 2 days a week and WFM 1 day. It is key that you build strong relationships with the timber mills and their branch network.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReady to lead timber strategy for an industry-leading network? Apply now to start the conversation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eStudies have shown that women and people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles where they don\u0027t match the job description criteria exactly. If you\u0027re excited about this role, but your experience aligns less than 100%, we encourage you to apply.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4474117\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "