Senior Commercial Business Partner QLD & NT

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums. 

The Opportunity 

Due to a retirement, we're seeking a Senior Commercial Business Partner to support our high-performing BlueScope Building Components QLD & NT business, based in Archerfield, QLD. 

This is a high-impact leadership role, sitting on both the

Your focus will be on helping leaders make informed decisions, improve performance and deliver the region’s strategic objectives.  

The State Business 

BlueScope Building Components, a division of BlueScope in Australia, manufactures and markets steel building products, solutions and services through its four leading brands: Lysaght, Fielders, Ranbuild and Kiteleys. Collectively, the four businesses offer a comprehensive range of steel products, services and solutions to the Australian building and construction industry. 

What You Will Do 

• maximise commercial performance: partner with the State Manager and leadership team to develop and implement strategies that enhance EBIT, optimise the balance sheet and support delivery of business objectives 

• provide meaningful commercial insight: look beyond financial results to identify the drivers of performance and provide clear analysis, advice and constructive challenge to support decision-making 

• shape strategy and business decisions: bring a whole-of-business perspective to planning, investment decisions (including capex), commercial opportunities and operational priorities 

• strengthen governance and manage risk: ensure effective financial controls, commercial governance and risk management practices are embedded 

• work across organisational boundaries: build collaborative relationships across sales, operations, finance and other functions to develop a strong understanding of the end-to-end business 

• deliver business improvement: identify, prioritise and progress a pipeline of significant improvement initiatives aligned with strategic objectives 

• champion change and innovation: monitor the internal and external environment to identify better ways of working, improvement opportunities and relevant new technologies 

• translate insight into action: connect financial, commercial and operational information to help the business improve performance and achieve sustainable outcomes 

What You Bring 

You look beyond the numbers to provide meaningful commercial insights and advice through a whole-of-business lens. You can demonstrate: 

• a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline 

• extensive finance and commercial experience within a complex business  

• the ability to understand performance beyond the financial data and identify the operational and commercial factors shaping business results 

• proven ability to influence strategy and business decisions 

• the ability to communicate complex financial and commercial information clearly to varied stakeholders 

• the confidence to navigate ambiguity, competing priorities and organisational boundaries 

• a proactive approach to engaging internal customers and understanding their business needs 

Why Join Us   

• Remuneration and financials – competitive remuneration including 14% superannuation, eligibility for our profit share plan (annual bonus) and annual salary review process  

• Flexibility and support – work-life flexibility through our B-flex program, paid parental leave, and superannuation paid up to 40 weeks of unpaid parental leave  

• Health & wellbeing support – comprehensive wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Passport, and preventative health initiatives  

• Learning, growth & career pathways – access to 13,000+ online courses, leadership programs, mentoring, career mobility and progression, and financial support for further education  

• Everyday perks & corporate discounts – employee discounts across travel, technology, health insurance and more, plus novated leasing options  

• Inclusive, purpose-led culture – diverse and inclusive workplace with strong community connection, recognition programs, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful work  

• Purpose-driven sustainability – be part of a business committed to meaningful sustainability outcomes, including action on climate and a clear pathway to achieving net zero emissions by 2050  

It’s an exciting time as we transform our business and drive sustainable growth, creating value for our customers and communities. Together, we're creating strength for the future.