Commercial Specialist
Core
Provide commercial, procurement, and contract management expertise for complex Defence programs focused on emerging and autonomous technologies.
Role type
Senior Commercial Specialist (Procurement & Contract Management)
Builds
Procurement strategies, tender documentation, and contract arrangements for Defence capability programs.
Domain
Defence and national security
Required skills
Procurement strategy, contract management, commercial risk assessment, stakeholder engagement, negotiation, tender documentation, ASDEFCON contract suite knowledge, compliance with governance requirements
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Australian Industry Capability (AIC) Frameworks, experience in Defence/government/highly regulated environments, tertiary qualifications in Business/Commerce/Law/Finance
Technologies
ASDEFCON contract suite
Responsibilities
Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned to Defence programs; Provide commercial and contracting advice across acquisition activities; Lead approach-to-market activities including RFIs, RFTs, and industry engagement; Prepare tender documentation including Statements of Work and evaluation criteria; Advise on contracting models including standing offers and performance-based arrangements; Conduct commercial risk assessments and ensure compliance; Support contract negotiation, administration, and supplier performance management.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC