Supply Chain, Procurement & Operations

Permanent and Contract recruitment solutions

Your Supply Chain, Procurement & Operations Recruitment Partner

We are specialists in supply chain, procurement, operations and food technology roles with over 15 years of experience.

Our networks are vast and we partner with global brands to SMEs across FMCG and consumer, manufacturing and service sectors. We are here to share knowledge and offer creative, pragmatic solutions.

The market is talent scarce, but we have the experience and capability to hunt out the right people. With help from our Research and Knowledge Team, who provide the data, insights and technology to optimise our recruitment process, we engage with both active and passive candidates, mapping key skill sets. This includes building relationships with returning Kiwis, as well as offshore talent looking to make New Zealand home. We work closely with our full-time Digital Marketers to promote your employment brand, so whether a candidate is successful or not, we ensure your brand integrity stands strong.

We recruit temp, contract, permanent and search roles across New Zealand, with a strong regional presence. We also focus on technical roles in manufacturing, including new product development, food technology, quality assurance and technical management.

What we Recruit

A snapshot of the types of roles we recruit

"We partnered with Tribe as upon meeting with them, they seemed fast-paced, energetic, proactive and no-nonsense. The results did not disappoint! They presented us with a list of high calibre candidates in record time!"

Natalie Johnson, HR Lead
Calbee ANZ

"I've worked with Dan for over 7 years, and found him to be one of the most agile Supply Chain and Procurement recruiters I’ve dealt with. His attention to detail, ability to identify the right fit, is almost a sixth sense. I highly recommend Dan!"

Rob Appleyard, Head of Operations and Supply Chain
Ceres Organics

"After Dan and Tribe's delivery, our SLT cannot speak highly enough of them, nor would we hesitate to use them again. They were able to execute in a market as depleted as this, makes their delivery all the more impressive."

Ryan Mulholland, Talent Business Partner
One NZ

"Having dealt with other agencies, Daniel's professionalism, experience, reliability really shows through. I felt like I had someone representing me rather than just being a number in the database. This level of service is simply missing elsewhere."

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Our partners include

Auckland Airport
Coca Cola Epp
Goodman Fielder
Simpson Grierson
Mcalpine Hussmann
Arvida
Health NZ
Contact
One NZ
Ceres Organics
Farmers
Auckland Airport
PlaceMakers

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Looking to grow your team or find your tribe? Get in touch with the team today!

Meet the Team

Daniel Percival

Head of Supply Chain, Procurement & Operations

+64 27 403 0801
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With 16 years in Supply Chain, Operations & Procurement recruitment and a background in UK leadership roles, Daniel brings deep sector knowledge, a strong network, and a clear, thorough approach. At Tribe, he leads the desk, delivering trusted, professional results for clients.

Henry Shaw

Supply Chain, Procurement & Operations

+64 27 326 7484
LinkedIn

With an agricultural upbringing, a degree in Economics, and service in the RNZAF, Henry brings a grounded and disciplined approach to recruitment. Specialising in Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations, he’s people-focused and passionate about matching top talent with the right teams.

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Latest Jobs

Looking for your next role? Take a look at our latest jobs.

Supply Chain, Procurement & OperationsPermanentAuckland

Category Lead - ICT

About the Company: Join an organisation that’s redefining how large-scale procurement delivers value to the people of Aotearoa. Their commercial and supply chain team operates nationwide, driving smarter use of public resources through strategic category management and long-term partnerships. About the Role: As the Category Lead you are responsible for developing, leading and executing category plans and sourcing strategies that amplify value delivery. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively. The Category Lead will use market trends and business objectives to inform and guide the development of individual contracts within the category, ensuring they contribute to the overall strategic vision and deliver maximum value for the organisation. About You: You’re a strategic thinker with proven expertise in category management, procurement, or commercial leadership. You’re adept at balancing strategic vision with hands-on delivery and have the confidence to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Above all, you’re motivated by purpose, using your commercial acumen to make a tangible difference. We will be looking for candidates with a good level of experience in category management and proven experience leading a team. You will be able to demonstrate expertise, at a senior leadership level, in category management roles working across different markets, geographies and categories within large organisations, including substantial spend under management and broad people leadership. Apply Now! To find out more, please get in touch with Daniel Percival on 027 4030801 for a confidential chat. To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa. At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying. At Tribe we have our guiding light to show us the way. We bring our whole selves to work. We encourage inclusion in every single interaction. We genuinely care about people and are curious about their stories. We celebrate all points of view. We will help you find your tribe, the same way we have. We’re all on a journey together so come along…

Supply Chain, Procurement & OperationsPermanentAuckland

National Manager - Procurement and Commercial

About the Opportunity New Zealand Blood and Organ Service (NZBS) is dedicated to saving lives. Every year, tens of thousands of generous people donate their time, blood and plasma to us for free. In addition to our vein-to-vein service in transfusion, we also provide national services in organ transplantation, cellular therapies and tissue banking. We exist to ensure the efficient delivery of safe blood and tissue products on a time critical basis throughout New Zealand and through the generosity of our donors, we are able to help save lives. Our shared values are at the heart of our organisation's culture and guide our behaviour each and every day. These values inspire, motivate us and drive us to provide the very best service to the New Zealand public. As the National Manager – Procurement and Commercial, you will be responsible for leading the procurement and supplier management function and strategy for New Zealand Blood Service ensuring the delivery of optimal commercial, operational and strategic outcomes across a diverse portfolio of goods and services. The role will support greater transparency and governance on procurement and supplier management and ensure it meets the requirements set for the organisation as a Crown Entity but is also right-sized - where the business has real ownership of their procurement activity. Commercial & financial outcomes Lead & execute Procurement Strategy Team & functional leadership Strategic Sourcing, Cost Control and Value Creation Supplier Management Risk and Resilience Leadership A full PD is available. What You’ll Bring Procurement experience in a complex environment Experience leading a team Strong commercial contracting and negotiation expertise Experience in a highly regulated industry environment Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Experience of previous implementation of procurement systems and digital tools Preferably a Degree in Business, Commerce, Procurement, Law or related discipline. Strong analytical and commercial acumen Experience with AI and Digital Transformation You will have strong influencing skills and exceptional attention to detail, whilst being an effective communicator with the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues and internal/external customers as well as suppliers What’s on Offer If you are looking for a challenge, want to take your procurement, commercial and leadership experience to the next level, and want to work for an organisation that really makes a difference, then this could be the role for you! Next Steps? To keep things simple, we ask that all applications are submitted through this advert. We’ll review applications as they come in and be in touch. For any questions give Daniel Percival a call on 027 4030801 and quote Job ID: 18238 for a confidential chat. To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa. At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying. Tribe is a group of specialist teams, each of who truly understand their world, and together they partner to understand yours. Whether you’re looking for your next opportunity or recruiting, we’re all about bringing people together for a shared purpose. Find your people.

Supply Chain, Procurement & OperationsPermanentAuckland

Procurement Category Manager - ICT

About the Opportunity In this great role, you’ll design, implement, and oversee category strategies that deliver measurable outcomes across multiple sectors. Managing key supplier relationships Lead complex negotiations Champion innovation that drives both efficiency and impact. What You'll Bring You will have a good level of experience in a similar role and be a strategic thinker with proven expertise in category management, procurement, or commercial leadership. You will be able to balance strategic vision with hands-on delivery and have the confidence to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience and a commitment to ongoing professional development Demonstrated ability to communicate at senior levels of organisations Well-developed procurement, negotiation, and contract management skills Well-developed verbal and written communication skills Exercise sound judgement, organisational awareness and political sensitivity Next Steps? To keep things simple, we ask that all applications are submitted through this advert. We’ll review applications as they come in and be in touch. For any questions give Daniel Percival a call on 027 4030801 and quote Job ID: 17697 for a confidential chat. To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa. At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying. Tribe is a group of specialist teams. Each of who truly understand their world, and together they partner to understand yours. Whether you’re looking for your next opportunity or recruiting, we’re all about bringing people together for a shared purpose. Find your people.

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