Kate Tuanau

Kate Tuanau is a highly skilled and experienced procurement professional with a career spanning several years in various senior roles at reputable organizations. Kate previously worked as a Procurement Consultant at Air New Zealand where she was responsible for managing procurement projects, conducting market research and analysis, and developing sourcing strategies. Before that, she worked at Converga Pty Ltd, where she served as Senior Account Manager, Client Site Manager, and Service Delivery Manager. In these roles, Kate was responsible for managing client relationships, overseeing service delivery, and ensuring adherence to contract compliance. At Public Trust, Kate currently serves as the Procurement Manager where she is responsible for managing the procurement process, competitive bidding, contract management, and stakeholder engagement.

Kate's extensive procurement expertise and experience make her a highly sought-after professional in a variety of industries. She has a proven track record of delivering results and enhancing the organizations she works for. With a strong sense of leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure, Kate has carved out a significant niche in the highly competitive procurement world.