AddressCommercial Specialist
- Newly created, permanent position providing vast development opportunities
- Join an organisation that prides itself on workplace flexibility. Free Myki provided
- Make your mark and aid in uplifting commercial acumen across the business
V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.
V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 2700 committed team members who are up to the challenge.
About the role
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, our new Commercial Specialist will be acting as a business partner, working collaboratively with other business units and external stakeholders. This position will be centred around developing/tracking analytics and key statistics, hosting contract management meetings, as well as supporting the development of new strategies to do with sourcing/procurement and negotiations.
Key Accountabilities include:
- Develop category and supplier strategies for suppliers
- Conduct commercial and financial analysis for key contracts
- Collaborate with Finance team to analyse contract mechanisms including performance-based payments
- Develop financial models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making for procurement
- Support management of supplier performance
- Collaborate with Procurement team to ensure alignment to required policies and governance
- Develop effective, data driven supplier relationship management plans
- Maintain connection to market and best practices in Supplier Relationship Management
- Determine critical metrics to track supplier performance, communicate expectations to suppliers and facilitate on-going performance/improvement plans
About you
- Experienced in data manipulation and analysis to support cost modelling
- Must have 2+ years’ experience successfully working on procurement tenders and/or contract management
- Good working knowledge of standard goods and services supply arrangements
- Proven experience providing simple issue resolution and managing conflict with suppliers
- Demonstrated experience using ERP systems effectively
- Proven experience successfully using Microsoft suite applications (Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Economics, Finance (or other related field)
Salary for this position is commensurate to the successful candidate’s aligned skills and experience to the position.
In addition to free Myki travel, we offer:
- Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
- Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can to. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
- Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
- Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
- Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.
How to Apply
Please use the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application, including a cover letter addressing the key criteria (About you) and a current resume.
The recruitment and selection process may include aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews and employment references.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including, probity (police) checks, medical assessment, and Australian entitlement to work. Employees of V/Line are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check Victoria (Employee) for the duration of employment.
Remuneration for this position will be in line with the V/Line Rail Operations and Administrative Employees Agreement 2019 / Asset Management Enterprise Agreement 2019).
V/Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.
