Procurement Specialist – Responsible Procurement & Sustainability

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

Kia ora,

At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems. This is a place to keep growing. You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa.

Ngā kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

Join PwC New Zealand’s Procurement team as a Procurement Specialist – Responsible Procurement & Sustainability. This is a broad Procurement role with a primary focus on responsible procurement, supplier ESG, modern slavery and sustainability. You’ll be part of a collaborative Procurement team working across sourcing, supplier management, due diligence, governance, commercial activity and continuous improvement. Procurement projects will be allocated across the team based on business priorities, capacity and development opportunities, with each team member also bringing their own area of specialist capability.

In this role, you’ll help embed responsible procurement and human rights considerations throughout the supplier lifecycle while also contributing to broader Procurement projects and sourcing activity. You’ll work closely with Procurement, Finance, Risk, Legal, Sustainability, Property, People and other teams, as well as our suppliers, to turn supplier information, risk insights and data into practical actions and help integrate responsible procurement into Procurement BAU.

What you will do:

• Support sourcing, supplier selection, onboarding, due diligence, governance and ongoing supplier management.
• Embed ESG, sustainability, human rights and modern slavery considerations across procurement activities.
• Engage suppliers, review supporting evidence and follow up risks, gaps and improvement actions.
• Analyse supplier data and maintain clear governance records, dashboards and reporting.
• Improve Procurement processes, controls and guidance, using technology, automation and AI where appropriate.
• Contribute to wider Procurement priorities and projects as needs change.

Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe, ka whakawhanakehia rānei i tēnei tūranga / Skills you will bring or develop in this role

We’re looking for someone who enjoys Procurement, working with people and turning information into practical outcomes.

• 5+ years’ relevant experience in procurement, supply chain, sustainability/ESG, supplier risk, compliance or a related field.
• Practical experience in sourcing, supplier governance, due diligence, responsible procurement or third-party risk.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence turning data into practical actions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while collaborating effectively within a small team.
• A practical understanding of governance, controls and process documentation, with a continuous-improvement mindset.
• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent practical experience is required.
• Knowledge of modern slavery, human rights due diligence, ethical sourcing, sustainability reporting, dashboarding, automation or AI-enabled process improvement is advantageous.

If you don’t meet every requirement, we still want to hear from you - your skills and potential may be a great fit.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

• Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals
• Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways
• Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days’ paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)
• Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you’ll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.
• Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture
• Time off - Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period; purchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave
• Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave

Mō te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for?

If you enjoy working across Procurement and want the opportunity to build deeper capability in responsible procurement, supplier ESG and sustainability, we’d like to hear from you. You’ll join a small, collaborative team where you can contribute to sourcing and supplier projects, build strong relationships across the firm and help shape the next stage of Procurement at PwC New Zealand. Belong to a community of problem solvers where differences are embraced. We’ll empower you with technology, coaching, flexibility and trust to make a meaningful difference. Learn more on our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html . Grow here. Go further.

Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered

• Motuhake / Independence: Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process.
• Tono tika mai / Please apply directly: We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you’d like to be considered, please apply directly - we’d love to hear from you.
• Nau mai ngā tono wawe / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate.
• Atamai hangahanga / A.I. usage: Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people.

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date