Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Commercial Manager to lead our Capability Sustainment team in support of Maritime Sustainment for the Royal Australian Navy. This role will oversee all commercial aspects of project contracts, ensuring compliance and alignment with internal business areas.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the commercial team and provide expert guidance to internal program stakeholders.
* Support contract delivery through timely, accurate commercial input and documentation.
* Assist in procurement and commercial activities across all project phases: pre-bid, bid, delivery, and close-out.
* Manage subcontractor engagement, due diligence, and performance.
* Coordinate with operations, finance, and project controls to ensure commercial alignment.
* Contribute to negotiations of subcontracts and purchase orders, ensuring risk and compliance provisions are addressed.
* Lead commercial risk management, including finance, insurance, estimating, and compliance.
* Manage intellectual property, software rights, and technical data in line with approved plans.
* Support contract performance reviews and client reporting.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Finance, or equivalent practical experience.
* Defence commercial management experience (industry or government), with knowledge of ASDEFCON.
* Familiarity with ITAR and export control compliance.
* Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
* Experience in financial planning, pricing, billing, and contract administration.
* Effective personnel management and team leadership.
* Experience with SAP or Microsoft Dynamics.
* Experience in change management.
* Proven ability to manage complex commercial and procurement challenges.
Benefits:
* A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work.
* Flexible working.
* Competitive salary (including annual reviews).
* Paid parental leave.
* Income protection.
* Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways.