Senior Buyer

Reporting to the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager (NZ), the Senior Buyer will play a key role in sourcing the right materials and services, at the right cost, time and location to support a diverse portfolio of projects across Downer’s Energy & Utilities business.

Based in Auckland, Wiri, this full-time role will see you collaborate closely with project delivery teams, suppliers, and supply chain colleagues to deliver value, improve performance, and drive successful project outcomes. You will join a professional and supportive team, working in an environment that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What You’Ll Do

In This Role, You Will:

• Lead sourcing, purchasing, and contracting activity in line with Downer frameworks and standards.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, engaging proactively to address performance or compliance issues.
• Partner with project teams to ensure procurement plans align with head contracts, compliance standards, and sustainability goals.
• Monitor risks and opportunities, providing trusted advice and insights to stakeholders.
• Use procurement systems and tools (e.g. JDEGS, Felix, InEight, Dynamics) to drive accuracy, efficiency, and cost savings.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits, including Perks@Downer (financial, travel & wellbeing discounts).
• Career progression through Energy & Utilities’ dedicated internal mobility and succession programs.
• Leadership and development opportunities, including THRIVE and EmpowHER programs.
• Access to industry-leading projects with a Tier 1 ASX-listed company that invests in its people.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a motivated procurement professional with:

• A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, procurement, engineering, project management or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in procurement, project or contract management within construction, utilities, oil & gas, or similar industries.
• Strong commercial acumen with knowledge of procure-to-pay and source-to-contract processes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans-Tasman team delivering services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today’s critical assets and networks across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors.

As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and cultures.

How To Apply

Click Apply to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you!