About the Consultancy:
Join a leading international consultancy renowned for delivering complex procurement and contract management solutions to government and enterprise clients worldwide. Our team is committed to excellence, innovation, and supporting long-term career growth. You’ll be part of projects that shape the future of supply chain and contract governance across diverse regions.
About the End Client:
The end client is a major Defence organisation, recognised for its commitment to operational excellence and strategic procurement. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact contract management initiatives in a secure, regulated environment.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a proactive and detail-oriented Contract Support Manager to assist in the management of critical supply chain contracts within the Defence Maritime domain. You will provide essential support to the Contract Manager, ensuring smooth administration, compliance, and stakeholder engagement across complex procurement arrangements. This role offers the chance to work on nationally significant projects and develop your expertise in Defence contract management.
Key Responsibilities
- Support contract administration, including document preparation, compliance checks, and record management.
- Assist with performance monitoring by reviewing metrics and compiling reports.
- Coordinate and track Contract Change Proposals (CCPs) for price adjustments and obsolescence management.
- Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain strong relationships.
- Ensure audit-ready records and adherence to Defence procurement frameworks.
- Provide administrative support for risk analysis and governance activities.
- Work closely with the Contract Manager to maintain performance standards, manage documentation, and coordinate communications with suppliers and Commonwealth stakeholders.
- Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting (or equivalent).
- Demonstrated experience with Defence Procurement Policy.
- Experience with SAP ERP Contract Management.
- Experience in Defence contract administration or procurement support.
- Understanding of supply chain and logistics processes.
- Baseline security clearance required.
- Commercial Contract Management (4–7 years)
- Commercial Register Maintenance (4–7 years)
- Contract Administration (4–7 years)
- Contract Delivery (4–7 years)
- Contract Drafting (4–7 years)
- Contract Management (4–7 years)
- Contract Negotiations (4–7 years)
- Contract Performance (4–7 years)
- Contract Report Preparation and Analysis (4–7 years)
- Contracting (4–7 years)
- Defence Contract Management (4–7 years)
- Procurement Management (4–7 years)
- Procurement Methodologies (4–7 years)
- SAP (4–7 years)
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant Defence projects.
- Supportive consultancy environment focused on professional growth and innovation.
- Exposure to complex contract management and procurement frameworks.
- Long-term career development in a secure and regulated sector.
Please upload your CV to apply. Suitable candidates will be contacted with further instructions and may be required to complete selection criteria as part of the application process.
For further information, contact Farbar Siddiq on 0489 922 211 or email farbars@whizdom.com.au.
Candidates must be willing to undergo pre-employment screening, including ID and work rights checks, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks.
