Commercial Manager - - 41135 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

With a rich legacy spanning over 85 years, Iplex New Zealand stands as a market leader in the manufacture and supply of high-quality plastic building materials. Leveraging decades of expertise and a reputation for excellence, we continue to innovate and set industry benchmarks.

We are seeking an accomplished Commercial Manager to spearhead our finance team and play a pivotal role in shaping our commercial direction. This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven finance professional to influence strategic decisions, optimize business performance, and deliver sustainable growth across our operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic commercial and financial leadership to the Iplex General Manager and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives
Drive business performance by uncovering insights through robust financial analysis, identifying growth opportunities, and crafting actionable strategies to strengthen our bottom line
Champion the achievement of financial targets while proactively partnering with the Senior Leadership Team to unlock new revenue streams and operational efficiencies
Cultivate and sustain influential relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and internal business units
Proactively assess, manage, and mitigate financial and commercial risks to safeguard the company’s interests
Continuously enhance financial processes, systems, and controls to ensure best-in-class financial management and compliance

Skills, experience and qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in commercial finance, with a proven record of leading high-performing teams and delivering value-added financial counsel
Commercial acumen with the ability to navigate complex business landscapes and lead transformative change
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, adept at interpreting data to drive strategic business outcomes
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building credibility and robust relationships across all stakeholder groups
Proven leadership ability, with a talent for inspiring teams and fostering a culture of achievement
Experience in the construction or building materials sector is highly regarded but not essential

This pivotal role is based at our National Office in Penrose, overseeing a talented finance team located in both Auckland and Palmerston North. If you are an ambitious finance leader with a passion for commercial excellence and a track record of delivering tangible results, we invite you to apply and make your mark with Iplex NZ