Lead Commercial Contract Manager (Fixed-term)

New Zealand Job Openings

New Zealand Government

Auckland

November 24, 2024

About us
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is an independent Crown entity that regulates the electricity market. We are a kaitiaki of electricity, and our purpose is to enhance New Zealanders' lives, prosperity, and environment through electricity.
The electricity industry is at a pivotal moment, with the journey towards renewable energy sources and innovation reshaping how we operate. To meet these challenges and opportunities, we're evolving as an organisation - growing our capabilities, expanding our reach, and building a team ready to create a brighter, more sustainable future for Aotearoa. Our focus is on making a difference through bold thinking, collaboration, and delivering value for the communities we serve.
About the role
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Commercial Contract Manager to join our Commercial team.
This is an exciting opportunity to help lead the Authority's drive for value through procurement and critical contracts. This is a fixed-term role until the end of June 2025, with the potential to be extended or become a permanent role (depending on the Authority's annual budget and appropriation process in early 2025).
In this role, you'll bring your expertise in public sector contract management and procurement to help actively manage high-value, complex contracts while ensuring compliance with government rules and best practice. You'll work closely with stakeholders, negotiate strategically and contribute to the Authority's vision of a competitive, reliable and efficient electricity sector. You will drive continuous improvement and make a tangible impact on services that directly affect New Zealanders' lives.
Key responsibilities
You will work with and support the Head of Commercial by:

leading the business-as-usual work of the Commercial team - principally business as usual procurement and contract management of a portfolio of significant, high-value agreements
providing guidance, mentoring and support to individual contract managers and procurement specialists in the Commercial team, including thought leadership on procurement and contract management practice
assisting in the efficient running of the secretariat function for one of our Board sub-committees responsible for the governance oversight of major contracts
fostering collaboration across teams and building capability through mentoring and coaching.

Our ideal candidate
You will bring the following:

Experience managing complex and high-value contracts, including demonstrable financial literacy
Knowledge of public sector procurement rules and best practice
Proven ability to drive performance-monitoring, supplier reviews and contract improvements
Highly developed organisational skills
Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to negotiate and influence at senior levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to convey complex information clearly and drive positive outcomes
Ideally, electricity sector experience

Why work for us?
We support a healthy work-life balance and offer a range of benefits to support our teams.

The starting salary range for this role is $152,884 - $191,056
3% net contribution to Kiwi Saver
Flexible working options
Access to Habit Health and EAP services for you and your whanau
Regular social events to connect with your peers across the year

Are you interested?
If you're ready for a challenge and want to help shape the future of electricity in New Zealand, click "apply now" and complete the online application form.
To apply for this role, you must have a legal right to work in New Zealand at the time of submitting your application.
Applications close on Sunday, 1 December 2024.
We may start considering applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available as it has expired

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