Strategic ICT Procurement Manager

5 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Statistics New Zealand Full time

**About Us**

Tatauranga Aotearoa Stats NZ is a government agency responsible for collecting and analyzing data to inform policy and decision-making. We are committed to delivering high-quality data that improves the lives of New Zealanders.

Job Description

The Principal Commercial Lead is a key role within our Technology, Operations, Commercial & Collections Group (TOCC). This team uses its expertise to build strong relationships and uplift commercial and contractual capability to drive excellence within Stats NZ.

We are seeking an experienced commercial professional to lead the commercial aspects of assigned ICT programmes, projects, and systems. As a trusted advisor to programme teams, you will be accountable for providing leadership and end-to-end commercial lifecycle management for significant strategic ICT contracts.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including business owners and vendor managers, to resolve contract-related issues and negotiate favourable contractual positions. Your expertise in procurement, contract management, and supplier relationship development will be essential in achieving our goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the commercial aspects of assigned ICT programmes, projects, and systems
  • Provide leadership and end-to-end commercial lifecycle management for significant strategic ICT contracts
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Negotiate favourable contractual positions
  • Resolve contract-related issues
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A relevant tertiary qualification in ICT, business, law, commerce, or similar
  • A minimum of 15 years' experience in a commercial role, with proficiency in end-to-end aspects of the procurement lifecycle
  • A track record of delivery in an 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
  • Understanding and practical application of the Government Procurement Rules

We welcome applications from candidates who are passionate about delivering high-quality data and improving the lives of New Zealanders. If you have a proven track record in commercial leadership and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, please apply now.



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