Senior Contracts & Procurement Manager (Defence)

13 hours ago

$160k to $190k

ACT
Full-time

Location: Australian Capital Territory (Hybrid and Onsite opportunities available)
Type: Permanent


Summary

SovereignSourced connects businesses with top talent and smart solutions to help them grow and succeed. We’re proud to partner with EMA Advisory, trusted advisors to Government, who manage complex programs and ensure value, outcomes, and compliance.

Together, we’re hiring a Senior Contracts & Procurement Manager – Defence to support important Defence projects.


About the Role

As a Senior Contracts & Procurement Manager (Defence), you will lead and deliver complex procurement and contract management activities throughout the capability and procurement life cycles within the Defence and national security environment. Working directly with government clients, you will apply your knowledge of Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs), ASDEFCON, and Defence frameworks to develop procurement strategies, ensure contract compliance, and drive value-for-money outcomes.

This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, including legal and technical subject matter experts, to develop tailored commercial solutions. Your work will require managing risk, overseeing contract performance, engaging in high-level negotiations, and supporting resolution of disputes or contract variations—all within secure and compliance-driven environments.


Salary Range

Salaries for Senior Contracts & Procurement Manager – Defence roles range from $160k to $190k including super.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end procurement and contract lifecycle management under CPRs, ASDEFCON, and other Defence frameworks

  • Develop procurement strategies and documentation including evaluation and negotiation plans

  • Oversee contract compliance, performance tracking, and manage contract variations

  • Prepare and review detailed documentation such as risk assessments and evaluation reports

  • Support complex contract negotiations and dispute resolution

  • Collaborate with legal, technical, and project SMEs to ensure fit-for-purpose procurement outcomes

  • Identify commercial and contractual risks and provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders

  • Foster trusted relationships with Defence stakeholders and project partners


Skills and Experience

  • Security Clearance: NV1 (Minimum) required

  • Demonstrated experience with complex Defence procurement and contract management

  • Deep understanding of ASDEFCON, DPPM, and Defence procurement policies

  • Strong negotiation and influencing abilities in multi-stakeholder contexts

  • Proven track record managing high-value, multidisciplinary contracts under pressure

  • Proficiency in procurement and project control tools and systems

  • Excellent communication and senior stakeholder engagement skills


Benefits of Joining

You will be joining a dynamic, high-performing small business that goes beyond the norm to deliver extraordinary outcomes for their clients. Their tight-knit, collaborative team culture, ensures everyone is supported, trusted, and empowered to make a real impact.

  • Join a team that’s trusted by Defence and national security clients to solve complex problems.

  • Be part of a close, values-driven team where your contribution truly matters.

  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements, competitive remuneration, and ongoing professional development.

  • Thrive in an environment that values initiative, integrity, and real outcomes over bureaucracy. environment that values initiative, integrity, and real outcomes over bureaucracy.

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