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Commercial Manager
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BAE Systems Australia
We are looking for a Commercial Manager to join us. Working with the Commercial team within our Aerospace line of business, your contribution will ensure the best commercial outcomes for the Customer and the business whilst contributing to the support of the Australian Defence Forces. This opportunity is available at our Williamtown NSW office and open to hybrid work, flexibility and 9 day fortnight.
Principal Accountabilities
Supporting all contract activity including the drafting and negotiation of complex terms and conditions and associated agreements with customers along with negotiation of contract change and management of claims
Contract interface with customers
Support all Contract and Bid Status Reviews
Responsible for all commercial aspects of business winning
Leading, supporting and developing junior members of the team
Drafting moderately complex contracts / agreements with little supervision
Delivery of contract budgets
Responsible for delivery of commercial interface with Procurement/Supply Chain and flow down of commercial contract requirements
Preparation and delivery of Commercial Management Plans
Responsible for preparation of negotiating strategies and lead negotiating teams
About YOU
Extensive experience in a Commercial role
Relevant tertiary qualifications
Experience, knowledge and understanding of commercial skills and the commercial role
Team orientation with a high level of written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders of all levels and from a range of disciplines
An ability to appropriately apply and tailor commercial and business process under the appropriate delegation of authority
An ability to lead or support moderately complex negotiations
A solid understanding of the role and capability delivered by the estimating discipline and how the estimating input impacts the contract
An ability to resolve complex problems that do not have routine solutions
An ability to lead and guide a team and work independently with little supervision and guidance and using own experience, judgement and initiative
Adept at building and maintaining excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Computer literacy, with intermediate knowledge of MS Suite. Familiarity with tools like SharePoint and Oracle is desirable
Ability to hold and maintain Defence Security Clearance
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role
Please submit your application and advise in your covering letter which role you are interested in.
We believe in hiring for potential. If this role interests you but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About Us
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing. Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings. We know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best. As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you. There are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. We were awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. We are a member of the Circle Back Initiative and commit to responding to every applicant.
To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit:
Clearances: A Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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📌 Commercial Manager
🏢 BAE Systems Australia
📍 Broken Hill