Supplier Manager

• Manage and influence a diverse portfolio of suppliers across Aotearoa New Zealand
• Play a key role in improving service quality, performance, and outcomes for Kiwis
• Competitive salary, 9% superannuation, and flexible working options

Permanent opportunity | Flexible location across New Zealand where there is an ACC office.

About us | Mō mātou
ACC is a trusted and high‑performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.

You can find more about ACC and the work we do here.

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi
The Supplier Manager leads supplier engagement and performance management across a defined portfolio of suppliers and sector partners. This role focuses on building strong, accountable relationships, ensuring contractual and service delivery expectations are met, and driving continuous improvement through insight, data, and collaboration. The work directly supports improved outcomes for injured New Zealanders and helps ACC remain an effective, outcomes‑focused organisation.

We’re looking for a skilled Supplier Manager to join our team with a focus on working with Suppliers to support injured kiritaki to achieve timely return to work outcomes, you’ll lead supplier performance, build strong partnerships, and help deliver better outcomes for Kiwis across Aotearoa.

The appointing salary for this role is $101,287 – $119,161 based on experience and we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme with features like 0% employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance, and flexibility to change to a locked plan at any time.

About you | Mōu
You will bring:

• Strong relationship‑building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Commercial and analytical capability, with experience using data to inform decisions.
• Confidence managing performance discussions, risk, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence without direct authority.
• An Allied Health background would be advantageous.
• A collaborative mindset and adaptability in a changing environment.
• Previous experience in supplier, contract, or provider management within complex environments would be advantageous. 
• You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application.

Working at ACC | Mō ACC
At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to Friday 22nd May 2026, 11:55pm, however if an ideal candidate is found we may progress screening and interviewing sooner.
Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email HRHelp@acc.co.nz.