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Commercial Manager
Posted on April 12, 2025
- Oamaru, New Zealand
- No Salary information.
- Full Time

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Based in the vibrant coastal town of Oamaru, our core business is bringing electricity from the national grid to over 13,000 connected customers in North Otago and parts of South Canterbury. Network Waitaki provide innovative energy solutions to our customers, as well as providing electrical construction and maintenance services across New Zealand.
We’re looking for a Commercial Manager who will be instrumental in driving Network Waitaki’s commercial success by developing and implementing commercial strategies that drive profitability, improve procurement processes, and support the success of our network and contracting operations.
About the Role:
As Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in strengthening our commercial performance and driving operational efficiency. Reporting to the CFO, you will:
- Work with managers to implement commercial strategies and develop new business opportunities.
- Provide key input into pricing strategies for commercial contracts and network activities.
- Play a key role in optimising procurement processes and inventory management across the business.
- Support contract negotiations and successful delivery of contract outputs ensuring effective management of risk and legal obligations.
- Analyse market trends, financial data, and business risks to inform decision-making.
- Collaborate across departments to resolve commercial and contractual matters.
- Manage insurance cover and renewals and support enterprise risk management.
What You’ll Bring:
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in commercial management, pricing, and contractual roles.
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage complex commercial agreements.
- Financial acumen and data analysis capabilities.
- Experience in risk management, legal and regulatory compliance.
- Experience overseeing procurement activities and effective supplier/stakeholder management.
Desirable:
- Experience in the energy or electricity distribution sector.
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks for pricing and infrastructure investment.
Has a great attitude to life and who aligns with our following Values:
- We care about our People
- We are one Team
- We love our Region
- We are Future Thinking
Why Join Network Waitaki?
- Make a real impact in a business that powers our local community.
- Enjoy the lifestyle of the Waitaki region – with stunning scenery, great schools, and a welcoming community.
- Work in a values-driven environment where collaboration, safety, and service are at the heart of everything we do.
- Be part of a future-focused team committed to innovation, sustainability, and growth.
What we provide you:
A progressive team, competitive remuneration including health insurance, and real opportunities for growth in an ever-changing industry. Come and be a part of our diverse and inclusive workplace that values different perspectives and backgrounds. We offer our people flexible work options to support a balanced life and career, and we are committed to being an equal opportunity employer by providing a fair, fun and supportive workplace that is free of discrimination.
Further details:
- This is a full-time, permanent position.
- To see the full job description please click here!
- For further information or a confidential chat please contact: careers@networkwaitaki.co.nz
Applications close 2nd May 2025
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