National Manager, Commercial Partnering

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Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us you’ll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.

A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a National ManagerCommercial Partnering, reporting to the Executive Manager Commercial Partnering, where you will join the Build pillar within our Networks Business Unit

A bit about your role

The role will partner with the Build delivery team and will be accountable for the end-to-end commercial Partnering across Build’s scope to enable effective and efficient delivery through external partners and suppliers.

Day to day, you will optimise commercial and delivery outcomes from existing contracts through provision of commercial analysis, advice, and direct negotiation with partners and suppliers.

This may include a review of the Delivery Partners (DP) performance against contractual KPIs, developing and formalising ‘get well’ plans with the DPs or using other commercial levers to improve the program performance.

Additionally, you will lead the Build commercial and procurement processes for the Build GM(s) for contract negotiations, annual price review, and implementation of commercial initiatives.

A bit about you

To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate extensive experience in contract negotiation in a large organisation as well managing external partners such as a contractor or delivery partners. Your ability to be both highly analytical, and equally practical and pragmatic in solving business and commercial challenges, including demonstrated ability to comprehend and solve for complex requirements will also see you succeed in this role.

The role will directly manage senior internal and external relationships and as such requires an individual with demonstrated experience and ability to professionally engage with, present to, collaborate with, influence, and persuade stakeholders.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. We

champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any special requests or accessibility requirements throughout the recruitment process, please recommend us at the time of application (via ***********@nbnco.com.au) and we will adjust to meet your needs.

Where to from here?

If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this role is Permanent Opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight on 20th March 2024.