Contract Manager - Commercial Services

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Role Title: Contract Manager - Commercial Services

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and capable Defence Contract Manager to provide commercial, procurement and contract management services in support of Defence Maritime sustainment programs. 
This role focuses on optimising contract frameworks, strengthening governance and assurance activities, managing supplier performance and improving commercial processes across the enterprise.

You will be responsible for leading development of commercial documentation, coordinating procurement activities, reviewing contract performance and supporting knowledge transfer to Commonwealth personnel.

Key Responsibilities:
Commercial & Procurement Support
 - Provide procurement support; including commercial advice, contract interpretation, tender development and evaluation.
 - Develop high quality commercial documentation; including:
    - Business Cases
    - Commercial Strategies
    - Work Plans
    - Formal Reports and Correspondence

Contract Management & Performance
 - Manage the optimisation of contract frameworks; including refinement of plans, processes, procedures, governance and assurance activities.
 - Lead development and refinement of Annual Work Plans and Five‑Year Work Plans.
 - Review and provide feedback on:
    - Contract Management Plans
    - Commercial Correspondence
    - Contract Management Systems and Tools
 - Support contract performance management

Commercial Governance & Assurance
 - Conduct commercial governance and assurance activities,ensuring alignment with Defence policies and procurement frameworks.
 - Maintain strong commercial relationship management, including issue escalation, dispute resolution and problem identification.
 - Develop, review, negotiate and coordinate Deed / Contract Change Proposals; including commercial analysis and impact assessments.
 - Support commercial and contract knowledge transfer to Commonwealth employees to uplift internal capability.

Skills & Experience:
 - Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Law (or related discipline)
 - Demonstrated experience in contract management, commercial services or procurement within Defence, government or complex industry environments
 - Strong understanding of contract performance management, supplier engagement and commercial frameworks
 - Knowledge of Defence procurement policies, contracting principles and commercial assurance processes
Demonstrated experience in the ASDEFCON frameworks
 - Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret contract terms and manage commercial risks

Required Security Clearance Level: Negative Vetting One (NV1)

Location: Sydney, NSW

Weekly Hours: 40 

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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