Principal Contracts Manager

Ministry of Education

Wellington, New Zealand
Base: $119,171 - $144,560 nzd py; bonus/equity: no...
On-site
Complex contract management
Procurement and commercial management
Contract risk management
Te Poutāhū is seeking a Principal Contract Manager to lead our contract management team, drive excellence in contract delivery, and manage high-risk, high-value contracts

Job Summary

  • Te Poutāhū is seeking a Principal Contract Manager to lead our contract management team, drive excellence in contract delivery, and manage high-risk, high-value contracts.
  • You will mentor and guide your team while fostering an environment of continuous improvement and upholding the highest standards of contract management.
  • The purpose of Te Poutāhū is to lead the national curricula for Aotearoa New Zealand and associated systems and processes of assessment and aromatawai.

Matching Summary

Te Poutāhū is seeking a Principal Contract Manager to lead our contract management team, drive excellence in contract delivery, and manage high-risk, high-value contracts.

Salary

Base: $119,171 - $144,560 NZD per annum; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: KiwiSaver

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • complex contract management
  • procurement and commercial management
  • contract risk management
  • supplier relationship management
  • team leadership and mentorship

Nice-to-have

  • experience in public or social sector
  • strategic planning and implementation
  • interpersonal and stakeholder management
  • continuous improvement focus
  • knowledge of market trends and regulations

Key Requirements

  • substantial contract management experience
  • experience leading teams
  • knowledge of procurement processes
  • ability to manage contract budgets and expenditures
  • adherence to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct

Work Rights

Not specified

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