Commercial Manager - Freight & Third-Party Access

Job Description

Commercial Manager - Freight & Third-Party Access Location: 452 Flinders St Position Duration: Permanent Full Time Network Devt, Assets & Maintenance (NDA&M) Job Code: 701519 About the Role The Commercial Manager – Freight & Third-Party Access is responsible for managing all commercial activities related to freight and third-party access. This includes overseeing contracts, agreements, and compliance to ensure smooth operations. Key Accountabilities Include: Assess and manage commercial contracts and agreements. Provide commercial advice and develop procedures for contractual management. Report on business performance and prepare business cases. Resolve commercial disputes and strategic issues. Manage billing and third-party resourcing. Support the development of commercial activities and reporting. Ensure compliance with legislation and internal policies. Provide commercial risk advice and monitor contract performance. Develop and maintain internal procedures for third-party applications. About the Candidate: We are looking for a highly skilled Commercial Manager with a strong background in managing commercial activities within the Rail & Transport sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial management, including contract negotiation, compliance, and stakeholder engagement. They should possess strong analytical and reporting skills, with a proven ability to provide sound commercial advice and manage complex commercial arrangements. Experience in both private and public sectors is highly regarded. The Ideal Candidate Will Possess: Extensive commercial experience: Proven track record in a Commercial Manager role at mid/senior management level. Strong reporting skills: Ability to prepare and present detailed business performance reports, business cases, and board papers. Stakeholder engagement: Significant exposure to senior stakeholders, with strong relationship-building and negotiation skills. Analytical skills: Ability to comprehensively analyse commercial data and provide reliable advice. Financial modelling: Demonstrated experience with financial modelling and forecasting. Compliance and risk management: Knowledge of compliance requirements and ability to provide commercial risk advice. Private and public sector experience: Experience in both private and industry sectors is well regarded. Leadership and team management: Ability to lead and manage a team, facilitating change and driving continuous improvement. Alignment with V/Line values: Demonstrated alignment with V/Line’s values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights. If your skills or experience don’t exactly match our listed requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe in the potential for growth and development. Why V/Line Community impact: Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day. Huge potential: We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity. Dynamic environment: V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation. Collaborative team: You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers. Flexible working: We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role. As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We proudly acknowledge First Peoples of Victoria. We acknowledge their ongoing strength in practicing the world’s oldest living culture. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners’ lands, waters, and skies on which we live and pay respects to their Elders past and present. At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safeworking standards. Applications close: 11.59 pm on Sunday, 9th February 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr