Business Partner - Procurement (9-month fixed term contract)

This procurement/logistics/expediting role is responsible for the end-to-end procurement, logistics, warehousing and expediting functions for project-related goods and services, ensuring timely delivery, cost effectiveness, compliance with company policies, and alignment with project and operational schedules.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Procurement

• Sourcing and evaluating suppliers, preparing and issuing tender documentation, requests for quotation (RFQs) and manage purchase orders for equipment, materials, and services.
• Arranging for the commercial and technical evaluation of bids and ensuring that purchase orders comply with appropriate specifications and other compliance criteria.
• Assisting with the registration of new sources of supply, including vendor visits where appropriate.
• Ensuring timely purchasing commitments to meet customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier databases.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations to ensure critical parts availability.     
• Accommodation and vehicle provision administration.                      

Logistics

• Coordinate transport and shipping of project materials, equipment, and consumables.
• Liaise with Site Warehouse to schedule inbound deliveries and internal distribution.
• Coordinate return freight, warranty shipments, and movement of refurbished spares.

Warehousing & Stores Management

• Maintain stock levels for fast-moving spares in coordination with Maintenance Planners.
• Support barcoding, inventory tracking, and reconciliation systems.
• Oversee rotation, preservation, and shelf-life tracking of perishable materials.

Expediting

• Track vendor production and delivery schedules against project timelines.
• Liaise with suppliers to resolve delays and mitigate risks to project schedules.
• Fast-track critical spares and long-lead items from suppliers.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders to prevent delays.
• Escalate critical delivery issues and recommend corrective actions.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to define material and service requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and contractors.

• Incumbents are expected to have qualifications in purchasing, supply, logistics & contract administration or similar.
• Full and current driver licence required   
• Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in procurement, logistics, or expediting roles, preferably in project
• Environments (e.g.,construction, resources, mining, infrastructure).
• Proficiency in ERP system Pronto (or similar: SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and MS Office.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Residential role - live and work in Waihi, the gateway to the stunning Coromandel region
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Competitive salary
• Mon-Friday site based role
• Free Gym Membership 
• BP Fuel card discount
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
   

YOU MATTER: OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected]

**Applications close 9 March 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED