Commercial Contract Manager

Our team in the Supplier Management Office sits within the Data, Digital, Design and Engineering division which supports the technology that underpins our digital bank. We work at the intersection of technology, risk and commercial decision-making to drive supplier outcomes that enable our goal to be the number one digital bank in Australia. We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future. What role will you play? You will support our federated Supplier Relationship Manager community, by identifying commercial opportunities within their technology contracts and supporting the activities to realise them by working with the boarder supplier ecosystem (Sourcing, Legal, Risk). Our Supplier Management Office is evolving fast with the adoption of Artificial Intelligence, and we now have the capability to review and assess contract performance through automation. As we continue to evolve these capabilities to work across our entire contract portfolio, we are looking for someone who understands commercial constructs and pricing models and likes to analyse contract performance with the goal of cost optimisation. This role will also focus on analysing supplier expense categories, while tracking migration plans and other initiatives, to assess the cost impact of different supplier strategies in support of prioritisation decisions. This role will have broad visibility across the business as it will be key to uplift the maturity of our supplier strategies to accelerate our growth. What You Offer Strong commercial acumen, with experience analysing complex contract structures and pricing models to identify cost improvement and value creation opportunities Well developed analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, track expenditure, and understand the financial impact of different strategies and initiatives Demonstrated experience delivering commercial outcomes, including identifying and realising savings or other benefits through supplier agreements Ability to translate complex business and technology needs into clear, outcome focused supplier strategies that support long term objectives Clear and confident communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders and executives A proactive, adaptable approach, with the curiosity to explore emerging technologies, including the practical use of AI and the drive to take ideas from concept through to delivery in a fast paced environment. We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. What We Offer Benefits At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on employment type, include: 1 wellbeing leave day per yearUp to 5 additional service bonus leave days per yearUp to 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks’ paid leave for non-primary caregivers2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matchingUp to 12 months’ gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks’ paid leaveAccess to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinationsAccess to a wide range of salary packaging optionsAccess to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscriptionHybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on roleReimbursement for work from home equipment About Banking and Financial Services Banking and Financial Services is our technology-driven retail bank. You will be part of a team that supports clients to achieve their full potential - whether that’s buying a home, growing a business or investing to manage wealth. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and welcome all identities, including race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, gender (including gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, parental, caregiving or family status, family and domestic violence status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disability, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. To learn more, contact our team by clicking here. 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