Senior Capital Support Manager

Fonterra; Hamilton; Hybrid; NZD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy cooperative in New Zealand is looking for a dedicated professional to join their team as an advisor for investment business cases. The role involves coaching project managers and ensuring that business proposals meet strategic and financial standards. This fixed-term opportunity emphasizes collaboration and continuous improvement, with benefits including flexible working arrangements and professional development.

Benefits

Fair and equitable pay

Health and well-being programs

Professional development opportunities

Career growth support

Work-life balance options

Employee recognition

Support for community involvement

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing strategic business cases.
• Ability to complete analytical reviews effectively.
• Strong understanding of project design and costing.

Responsibilities

• Coach and advise project managers on business case development.
• Ensure proposals align with Co-op standards.
• Contribute to maintaining high standards in business case reviews.

Skills

Project Management

Business case development

Coaching and mentoring

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Commercial or Financial qualification

Tools

eCapex

Ari

Job description

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team and play a pivotal role in elevating the quality and consistency of owner-side investment business cases. In this position you will serve as a coach and advisor to the capital projects managers, providing guidance and expertise on the development of robust business cases. By using structured review techniques you'll ensure every proposal aligns with our Co-op standards and delivers clear, strategic value. Your work will directly contribute to maintaining high standards in business case development, a vital function as the Co-op builds and implements a robust Independent Project Peer Review Process. This is a fixed term opportunity until September 2026 and can be based in either Auckland or Hamilton.

About You

You will have a passion for improving outcomes through collaboration, mentoring and structured problem-solving, and thrive in a setting that promotes continuous improvement.

Key Skills And Experience

• Project Management, Commercial or Financial qualification.
• Proven experience with developing business cases that align with strategic, financial or operational standards.
• Ability to coach and mentor colleagues to upskill them to produce high quality business cases.
• The ability to complete analytical reviews of business cases to ensure clarity.
• A strong understanding of project design, costing and contingency planning.
• Previous experience with Fonterra systems such as eCapex, Ari, with the ability to resolve technical accounting issues and coach others.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management ability to enable you to foster collaboration and influence at all organisational levels.

Ngā Aura | Our Values

At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz.

Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You

We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:

• Fair and equitable pay
• Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
• Professional development opportunities
• Career growth support
• Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
• Employee recognition
• Support for community involvement and cultural connection

Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

Tātou Tātou | Join Us

Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.

You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.

He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we\'re shaping a future of inclusion

Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We\'re building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation. We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).

Even if you don\'t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.

If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.

Applications close at midnight on 19 October 2025.