Contracts Manager

At BAE Systems Australia

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• ENJOY what you do
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We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About The OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Manager – GFx Materials to join our AUKUS program based in Adelaide or Melbourne. reporting to the Head of Supply Chain – Establishment.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage and expediting GF Materials interfacing with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and risk mitigation.
• Lead supplier interactions ensuring market risk and suppliers ability to deliver on time to the highest levels of quality is understood and delivered to program requirements
• Develop and Implement program specific GF material management processes utilising procurement policies determined by the Supply Chain function ensuring compliance with the relevant acts, legislative requirements and ethical standards.
• Coordinate the supplier evaluation process and support sourcing recommendations on behalf of the business.
• Taking ownership of building cross functional relationships with Project stakeholders to bring about timely decisions.

About YOU

• Prior defence experience is preferred.
• Completion of Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) would be advantageous in this position.
• Strong commercial/legal skills and acumen with a proven capability in contract negotiation and contract management.
• Ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside their immediate team, to implement business requirements
• The ability to form strong working relationships in a project environment, with key suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Subcontract program management skills such as risk management, supplier quality assurance, scheduling is desired

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

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Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.