Contract Specialist

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

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 groundbreaking 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 are currently looking for a Contracts Specialist to join our Hunter Class Frigates Program line of business, reporting to the Senior Contracts Manager.

This role would be ideally based in Adelaide, but is open to other capital cities for the right candidate.

As a Contracts Specialist you will join a team within the Supply Chain function, delivering commercial services to meet operational needs.

These commercial services will typically include, but are not limited to delivering:

• Business Winning activities
• Request for Bid Approval and Submission, Contract Agreement and Award activities
• Contract execution phases
• Contract Closure phases
• Opportunity Identification and Exploitation

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

Key responsibilities include:

• Contract management activities including negotiation of contract change, with minimal supervision.
• Delivery of commercial advice and support to Procurement/Supply Chain teams and flow-down of commercial contract requirements.
• Drafting moderately complex contracts / agreements with minimal supervision.
• Contract negotiations, including preparation of plans for commercial aspects and approach during negotiations as part of negotiating teams.
• Assist the supplier evaluation process and support sourcing recommendations on behalf of the business.
• Support to Contract and Bid Status Reviews to justify, explain and obtain endorsement of ongoing commercial contract activities.
• Delivery of commercial budgets and explaining both under-spends and over-spends to senior commercial management.

About YOU

• Degree Qualified – preferably in business, commerce, law or similar discipline.
• Good communication skills, initiative and a curious mindset.
• The ability to develop strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders is essential.
• Strong commercial skills and acumen, with relevant expertise or commercial experience, with a good understanding of how a commercial function enables teams to achieve business outcomes.
• A proven capability in negotiation and contract management.
• Prior defence experience is considered a significant advantage.
• Completion of Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) would be advantageous in this position.
• Defence security clearance eligibility is a mandatory requirement for this role.

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.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

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