Senior Commercial Manager
About Conduent Victoria Ticketing System (CVTS)
Through our dedicated colleagues, CVTS delivers world class ticketing services and solutions - creating exceptional outcomes for our client and the community who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.
About the role
We're looking for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join our team in Melbourne. This is a critical role supporting the management of a major customer contract and key supplier relationships across both transformation and business-as-usual phases. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes, lead complex negotiations, and ensure contracts are effectively implemented and optimised. If you thrive on solving complex business challenges and driving strategic commercial results, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
Commercial & Contract Management
Lead complex negotiations with customers and suppliers to deliver strong commercial outcomes
Provide expert interpretation of contract scope, deliverables, obligations, risks, and milestones
Manage contract variations, amendments, and change processes
Act as the commercial point of contact for contract-related matters
Risk & Financial Oversight
Identify and assess commercial risks impacting delivery and financial performance
Develop and support risk mitigation strategies
Partner with finance and delivery teams to optimise contract performance and cost efficiency
Dispute Resolution
Manage and resolve commercial disputes with customers and suppliers
Prepare commercial briefings and recommendations for senior leadership
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
Collaborate across procurement, legal, operations, and delivery functions
Strategic & Business Support
Contribute to bid strategy, commercial structuring, and business opportunities
Support contract and delivery considerations across new and existing initiatives
About you
You're a commercially savvy professional with strong negotiation skills and the ability to operate in complex environments.
Skills & Experience
Proven experience in commercial or contract management roles
Experience working on large-scale technology or transformation projects.
Strong understanding of contract law and commercial frameworks
Demonstrated ability to negotiate, influence, and resolve complex issues
Excellent analytical, financial, and risk assessment skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities
Ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams
Degree in Business, Law or a related discipline
Why Join Us?
At Conduent, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team delivering essential infrastructure that serves millions of Victorians. This is your chance to contribute to a high-profile, transformative initiative with long-term benefits for the community.
If you are ready to contribute to a project of state-wide significance and bring your expertise to a collaborative and innovative team, we encourage you to apply today.
Conduent is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, in line with Australia's equal opportunity laws.
Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.
Conduent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, gender expression, sex/gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law.
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