Contracts Manager at University of Otago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

114474.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract management, Supply chain management, Procurement, Contract negotiation, Risk management, Strategic planning, Leadership, Stakeholder engagement, Compliance, Performance management, Commercial acumen, Customer service

Industry

Research Services

Description

__________ FINANCIAL SERVICES DIVISION | TE RATONGA PŪTEA • Salary + 6.75%25 Superannuation + 5 weeks annual leave. • Family friendly employer + on-site childcare providers. • Achieve work-life balance with our lifestyle-friendly work arrangements. • Work in a stunning, historic campus location. The role | Te mahi This is a leadership position with the Supply Chain Team, reporting to the Head of Supply Chain as part of the Financial Services Division (FSD). As the Contracts Manager, you will be primarily responsible for leadership and stewardship of the University’s contract lifecycle, ensuring contracts are strategically designed, well governed, and effectively managed to deliver value for money, manage risk, and meet legislative and policy requirements. The role acts as the University’s subject matter expert for contract management within the procurement and supply chain context, providing authoritative advice to contract owners and stakeholders on contract development, negotiation, performance management, and continuous improvement. The role will champion consistent, high-quality contract management practices across the University, supported by robust reporting, risk management, and alignment with broader organisational objectives including sustainability and compliance. This is a new role and you have the opportunity to use your extensive knowledge and experience to make a valuable contribution to move the University forward in its contract management policies, practices and processes. Key task areas will include: • Contract Management and Oversight. • Contract Development and Compliance. • Contributing to development of Procurement and Contract Strategy. • Stakeholder Engagementand Risk Management • Reporting and Contract Performance Management. Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako Successful candidates will have: • Significant experience working in a similar high performing environment. • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective networks and key relationships. • Ability to draw advice and information from multiple channels and derive strategy. • Proven ability in performing a range of tasks under competing demands and meeting the agreed end result within quality parameters and timeframes. This management role represents a significant opportunity within our division in supporting the wider University of Otago Team. You will be a team player with sound leadership skills, demonstrated commercial acumen and a strong customer service ethic. About our team | Mō te tīma The University of Otago owns and operates a large and complex property portfolio spread over 4 Campuses (Dunedin, Invercargill, Christchurch, and Wellington) plus properties in Auckland and Queenstown. This portfolio enables and supports the University’s teaching and research, contributes to the formative “Otago Experience” and is major economic driver in the respective cities. Further details | Pūroko This is a full time (37.5 hours) permanent position, based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The appointment range for this position is $96,587 to $105,532. Top of range $114, 474. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position. For more information or to discuss the role in confidence, please contact Stephen Hall, Head of Supply Chain, via the contact details below. Application | Tono To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 260661 will close on Thursday, 30 April 2026. Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time. Additional Information Contact: Stephen Hall Position details: Job Description Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin

Responsibilities

The Contracts Manager will lead the stewardship of the University's contract lifecycle, ensuring strategic design and effective governance. They will act as a subject matter expert, providing authoritative advice on contract development, negotiation, and performance management.