Senior Commercial Manager – Software Licensing & ICT Commercial Management
at Bureau Veritas North America
Senior Commercial Manager role at Bureau Veritas North America
About Bureau Veritas
Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services. We maintain quality, safety and environmental standards for countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure and projects. For over 70 years we have served the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand, with 2,800+ employees operating 50 offices and labs across the region.
Defence & Security
Bureau Veritas' Defence and Security business offers flexible service delivery from our offices, client locations, or remote settings. We bring together industry and project management professionals in a structure tailored to Defence, delivering multiple projects across the country.
Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to support enterprise‑wide digital sourcing, procurement and contract management activities. The role focuses on strategic management of software licensing, technology contracts and commercial frameworks to ensure compliance, cost optimisation, risk mitigation and value realisation. You will partner with digital, procurement and vendor stakeholders to negotiate high‑value agreements and strengthen contractual governance.
Responsibilities
* Lead the strategic management of enterprise software licensing and lifecycle activities
* Provide expert advice on licensing models, renewals, commercial structures and compliance
* Manage and negotiate ICT contracts, including software, cloud and digital service agreements
* Support digital sourcing and procurement processes to achieve value, efficiency and quality outcomes
* Drive cost optimisation, value realisation and supplier performance across technology spend
* Identify, assess and mitigate commercial, contractual and operational risks
* Ensure strong contractual governance aligned with policies, regulations and best practice
* Maintain accurate commercial documentation, reporting and contract records
* Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors
* Contribute to continuous improvement across commercial, sourcing and contract management processes
About You
* Strong experience in ICT commercial management, software licensing or digital procurement
* Deep understanding of licensing models, software lifecycle management and vendor negotiations
* Proven ability to manage complex ICT contracts and ensure compliance with commercial frameworks
* Skilled in analysing commercial risks, identifying optimisation opportunities and delivering value
* Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills across technical and commercial teams
* Experience in government or regulated environments (highly regarded)
* Ability to interpret procurement policies, contractual requirements and commercial governance frameworks
* Australian citizen with the ability to obtain or already holding a Baseline clearance (or higher)
* Detail‑oriented, proactive and confident working independently in a fast‑paced digital environment
How we care
* Competitive salary and career advancement opportunities in a global organisation
* Fantastic training and development opportunities
* Discounted Health & Wellbeing platform
* Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework's
* Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
* Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
* Superannuation salary sacrifice
A rewarding career
This role offers more than building a resume—it's a chance to leave your mark. You will build your career, gain recognition and contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity. You will work within a supportive close‑knit team, learn new skills and gain training that could lead to broader opportunities within the Bureau Veritas network.
Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you throughout the recruitment process.
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