Mō te tūnga | About the role
As our Materiel Planner & Purchaser, you will step into a diverse and energetic environment and join our Defence Equipment Management Organisation (DEMO) team. Your key focus will be to manage and maintain inventory for the New Zealand Defence Force.

Responsibilities include:

• Materiel requirements planning (MRP), purchasing and inventory functions.
• Managing inventory levels within SAP.
• Creating and monitoring of Purchase Orders.
• Maintaining and updating SAP inventory Data and Records.
• Handling invoices, including reconciliation, freight and purchase orders.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

This role is based in Trentham Army Camp.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience
You will be an effective communicator with a strong attention to detail and the ability to build strong rapport with the team. You will bring out of the box thinking, a willingness to learn and a commitment to helping and supporting the wider team during busy periods.

Other requirements:

• Team player, motivated and willing to learn.
• Strong organisation skills, adaptable and a problem solver.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good computer skills including MS Office Suite.
• It's beneficial, but not necessary to have experience in purchasing, inventory, SAP or ERP.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning – safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.
NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
Applications close on Wednesday 2 October 2024.
Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.

Please Note:

• All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website. Each listing contains the Position Description and a Contact Us option for any queries or technical issues.
• Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

NZDF Employees/Members – please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate.
NZDF Contractors – please apply via the Defence Careers website.
NZDF Reserves – please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit.

Please Note:
To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here's what you need to know:
Low Level Security Clearance

• You must be a New Zealand citizen or you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.
• At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last five (5) years.
• You must have a five (5) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted. We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.