Strategic Vendor Manager

7 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**Job Description**

This is an exciting opportunity to join Tatauranga Aotearoa Stats NZ as a Principal Commercial Lead, working within the Commercial Arrangements Branch within the Technology, Operations, Commercial & Collections Group (TOCC).

As a Principal Commercial Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the broad commercial aspects of assigned ICT programmes, projects and systems, and leading a team of up to four professionals.

You will be responsible for providing leadership and end-to-end commercial lifecycle management for significant strategic ICT contracts, from strategy and sourcing to supplier performance management and vendor account management.

You will also be required to play a critical role in creating and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and negotiating favourable contractual positions.

Key Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A relevant tertiary qualification in ICT, business, law, commerce or similar
  • Minimum of fifteen years' work experience in a commercial role with proficiency in end-to-end aspects of the procurement lifecycle
  • A track record of delivery in a ICT commercial lead role on strategic programmes
  • High quality written and oral communication skills suitable for a varied audience in a corporate setting
  • Experience using everyday office software including Microsoft suite of products
  • Competency or fluency in te reo Maori language or possess a willingness to develop knowledge and competence
  • Experience working with major suppliers and vendors, external stakeholders and customers in the public and private sectors
  • Understanding and practical application of the Government Procurement Rules

Why Join Us?

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and lifting our cultural capability.

We welcome every gender, ethnicity, ability, religion, age, and background, and encourage all our people to be their authentic selves.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality commercial outcomes and have the necessary skills and experience, please click on the Apply now button to submit your application.


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