Demand & Supply Planner - Procurement, Supply Chain and Health Technology

• Fixed term, full-time position (13 months, parental cover)
• Work from any Health New Zealand office location nationwide (preferably Auckland/Hamilton/Christchurch offices)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.

About the Role

The Demand & Supply Planner supports the improvement of overall supply chain performance by delivering effective day‑to‑day supply chain planning and monitoring activities. It focuses on optimising stock on hand, enabling better utilisation of the supply chain through integrated planning and distribution, and reducing supply chain costs by minimising obsolescence.

About the Team/Service 

The Procurement, Supply Chain and Health Technology (PSC&HTM) team at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora are a national function with a vast and complex scope. They play a critical role in ensuring the availability, safety, and efficiency of clinical and non-clinical goods and services across the health system. Responsible for managing and influencing over $9 billion in annual spend, the team are central to delivering high-quality patient outcomes and standardising product usage across regions.  

About you

You are an experienced demand and supply planning professional with strong analytical capability and in‑depth knowledge of integrated supply chain operations. This role places a strong emphasis on leadership, personal accountability, and collaboration, alongside a demonstrated commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, health and safety, and the highest standards of professional integrity.

You will bring:

• 5–7 years' experience in demand and supply planning, ideally within medium to large organisations
• Advanced proficiency in analytical tools and systems including Oracle, Qlik, MS Excel, and MS Word
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organisational skills
• Strong stakeholder engagement capability, with the ability to influence change and build relationships that support sustainable outcomes
• An analytical, solutions‑focused approach with a continuous improvement mindset

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 19 May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Zerissa Ong on zerissa.ong@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected kaimahi (staff) will be given preference and priority for this position.