Strategic Procurement Lead

• Lead procurement strategy for major transformation programme 

• Drive high-value sourcing and strong commercial outcomes 

• Build capability and manage strategic supplier performance 

About the role 

Shape the commercial and procurement backbone of a major transformation programme. 

We are seeking a Strategic Procurement Lead for a 12-month fixed term to define and deliver the sourcing and procurement strategy across a complex, organisation-wide transformation programme. 

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring procurement is strategic, integrated, and capability-building, while delivering strong commercial outcomes across all programme activities. 

About Business Transformation Programme 

The Business Transformation Programme is a multi-year initiative focused on enabling the organisation to operate as a modern, intelligence-led regulator. The programme will deliver improvements to systems, processes, data, and ways of working, ensuring the organisation can effectively manage risk, meet its statutory obligations, and support a safe, efficient, and sustainable aviation system. It brings together multiple workstreams to drive coordinated change and deliver long-term value for both the organisation and the wider system. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Define and lead the programme-wide procurement and sourcing strategy 

• Provide governance and oversight across all procurement activity 

• Lead high-value, complex tenders end-to-end 

• Build and uplift procurement capability across the programme, embedding tools, frameworks, and commercial discipline 

• Ensure procurement is integrated with wider organisational activity, leveraging scale and avoiding duplication 

• Establish strong supplier management and commercial frameworks, particularly for strategic suppliers 

• Lead supplier governance and performance forums, driving accountability and value 

• Enable programme teams to deliver fit-for-purpose procurement with confidence and consistency 

For more information on the role please view the position description 

What You’ll Bring 

We’re looking for someone with:  

• Extensive senior experience in strategic procurement and sourcing 

• Proven track record leading complex, high-value procurement processes 

• Experience building procurement capability and commercial maturity within organisations or programmes 

• Strong ability to integrate procurement across multiple initiatives or functions 

• Demonstrated success managing strategic supplier relationships and performance 

• Highly developed commercial acumen and negotiation expertise 

• Strong influencing skills with the ability to operate at senior leadership level 

• Experience in large transformation programmes or the public sector (desirable) 

About us   

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is New Zealand’s aviation safety and security regulator. We play a critical role in protecting the travelling public, supporting the aviation sector, and strengthening New Zealand’s international reputation.   

   
Our vision is simple and powerful: A safe and secure aviation system – so people are safe and feel safe when they fly.   

Our values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Transparency, and Collaboration guide everything we do. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to contribute.   

Why Join Us?   

• Matching KiwiSaver contributions up to 4%    

• Vision assistance   

• Flu Vaccinations   

• Employee Assistance Programme   

Ready to Apply?   

If you’re an experienced procurement leader who enjoys shaping strategy and driving commercial outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.  

Apply directly by completing the online application form and submitting your CV and cover letter. Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the skills required for this role.   

We want to ensure accessibility needs are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all. Please let us know if there is any support we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is fully accessible to you.   

If you have any questions about the role or application process, contact Shannon Ransley at recruitment@caa.govt.nz   

Applications close: 7 June 2026   

Please be aware that we may start shortlisting as applications come in. We encourage early applications, as the advertisement may close sooner than stated.