The Role
We are seeking an APS 6 Contract Management and Procurement Team Lead with extensive experience and understanding of Contract Management and complex procurement.
The successful candidates will be part of a dynamic and diverse team, where excellent interpersonal and communication skills are paramount. The team manages wide ranging contracts to provide fuel supply services to the Australian Defence Force.
Activities will include:
- Providing in-depth knowledge and guidance in accordance with legal principles, legislative and mandatory policy compliance obligations related to Contract Management in Defence and the Performance Management Framework in particular;
- Developing and coordinating activities including performance management analysis and monitoring, reporting, and compliance with contract requirements;
- Developing and coordinating contract documentation including notices, change proposals, reports, survey / quotes, standard operating procedures and plans;
- Coordinating and developing procurement plans, tenders and contract formation activities ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, Defence processes and procedures;
- Team supervision; and
- Engaging and developing collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
About our Team
The team provides valuable capability support to Defence by ensuring the ongoing availability of fuels, oils and lubricants to Defence assets both in country and overseas. We strategically procure products into the Joint Logistics Command warehouse network and arrange direct delivery of product to assets.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our Ideal Candidate will have:
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a dynamic team environment;
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
- High-level customer services skills; and
- A demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
Be able to:
- Work under limited direction and have a good understanding of Contract Management and Procurement processes;
- Manage a dynamic workload and meet deadlines;
- Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail; and
- Effectively manage competing priorities.
Application Closing Date: Thursday 27th June, 2024
For further information please review the job information pack, reference JCG/04563/24 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=1CD70C73-9269-167F-420F-DAC28F2D8BF3