Title:  Commercial & Contracts Specialist

The Opportunity

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions. With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 150 years, Veolia operates in more than 40 countries around the world, with well over a hundred sites and approximately 4000 employees in Australia & New Zealand. 

We are seeking an experienced and driven Commercial & Contracts Specialist to drive optimal commercial and contract outcomes across Veolia NZ activities.  The position is ideally based in Veolia’s NZ Corporate Office in Ellerslie, Auckland, however can be based at other Veolia NZ locations for the right candidate.

What's on offer

• Positive, inclusive, collaborative and innovative culture.
• Contributing meaningfully to community and client outcomes, Veolia business success and Veolia’s Purpose of Ecological Transformation.
• Opportunities for commercial and contract negotiation and driving improved business outcomes.
• A high degree of autonomy with flexible, family-friendly working arrangements.
• Opportunities for career growth and progression.
   

What you'll be responsible for

• Commercial Champion responsible for negotiation of commercial and contract matters and driving improved business outcomes.
• Optimising and streamlining existing business commercial models to enhance efficiency and profitability.
• Provision of training and knowledge transfer to Operations personnel, upskilling their contract knowledge and ensuring strong commercial and contract business acumen.
• Direct collaborative working with Operations to drive optimal outcomes in areas of contracts / variations to ensure timely and optimal handling of matters such as change in law, new assets, scope change, contract extensions.
• Commercial oversight of Veolia NZ supplier agreements working closely with Operations.
   

What you'll need to be successful

• Demonstrated experience and understanding of diverse and innovative commercial contract models.
• Strong commercial acumen and contracts experience with demonstrated proficiency in commercial and contract negotiations, financial modelling and project management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills (including ability to speak to both technical and non-technical stakeholders).
• Attention to detail and time management capabilities (with demonstrated ability to deliver under time pressure).
• Strong commitment to customer service and customer outcomes and an understanding of 3 Waters activities.
   

A Veolia Career

• Strong focus on career development and training.
• Global career opportunities with a Global company.
• Generous employee share plan (discounted shares, share matching). 
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) through Assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support.

In this role you'll not only have the opportunity to build your career, but contribute to the success of the Veolia NZ business and sustainable 3 Waters solutions for New Zealand.

Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet. When you join Veolia, you become part of a community of like-minded individuals who are committed to achieving extraordinary results. 
You will have the opportunity to work alongside talented and intelligent professionals who are constantly pushing boundaries and accomplishing incredible feats.
At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Maori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with Disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

If you have the experience and are looking for a fulfilling career with a global organisation, then apply today!

THIS STEP IS IMPORTANT
To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

Applications close Friday 22 November 2024