Senior Contracts Relationship Management Specialist
3 months ago
Mō te tūnga | About the role
The Senior Contracts Relationship Management Specialist is the key connection point between NZDF and their assigned suppliers. By building strong relationships with both NZDF stakeholders and suppliers, they ensure that requirements and expectations are managed on both sides. Acting as a trusted advisor, they ensure the effective and efficient delivery of commercial value.
The Senior Contracts Relationship Management Specialist develops supplier roadmaps and based on these, strategies for how to manage individual suppliers. They support the creation of service specifications (e.g. service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs)) and ensure that supplier performance is tracked, monitored and regularly reviewed against these.
Additionally, the Senior Contracts Relationship Management Specialist records, manages and, when required, escalates risks in line with NZDF risk management frameworks.
This role is based in Wellington CBD.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience
The following skills and experiences are necessary in order to be considered for his role:
- A minimum of 5 years' experience in supplier and contract management in the ICT sector.
- A sound understanding of procurement practices (experience within the Public Sector procurement environment is desirable).
- An understanding of the government rules of sourcing.
- Experience working within the public sector, especially with regard to supplier and contract management.
- Experience in coaching and mentoring colleagues and junior staff members.
- Strong business and interpersonal skills including influencing of senior stakeholders within and outside the organisation.
- Strong numeric, written and verbal communication skills.
- Well-developed analytical skills with the ability to think strategically and laterally.
- Experience in team-based skills and delivery.
- Knowledge of formal project management and process improvement methodologies desirable.
- Ability to utilise web-based communication and procurement tools.
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 Tuesday 15 October 2024.
Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.
**Please Note**:
- 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.
**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:
Higher 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 ten (10) years.
- You must have a ten (10) 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.
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