Group Contracts Manager
Work options: Hybrid.
* Join Workwear Group, part of Wesfarmers, an ASX Top 20 company
* Flexi-Work arrangements available, split your time between home and the office
* Rare opportunity managing commercial risk and business governance
About Us
Workwear Group (WWG) is part of Wesfarmers Industrial & Safety, a division of Wesfarmers, a top 20 ASX listed company with over 100,000 employees. Housed under the banner of Workwear Group, our three iconic brands – KingGee, Hard Yakka and NNT – have been in the business of delivering workwear since the late 1920's.
We are the trusted partner in workwear solutions, manufacturing over seven million units each year. What sets us apart is our continuous investment in innovation, market knowledge, pioneering ideas and sustainability practices.
We work as one team. We put our customers first and are passionate about what we do. Joining WWG is an opportunity to thrive in an inspiring, safe, and inclusive community.
About the Role
As the Group Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing commercial risk and governance for the business, ensuring that customer, supplier and partner contracts are maintained with a good balance of contractual and commercial risk vs reward. This role requires strong interaction with the broader business; therefore maintaining a "business partner" mindset will be critical, driving sustainable outcomes for the business.
What you'll be doing
* Maintaining and improving the framework for governance and review of customer, supplier and partner contracts
* Reviewing contracts in conjunction with relevant stakeholders and the Finance Business Partner to ensure that contracts are in line with WWG's preferred position
* Being the conduit between WWG and Wesfarmers Industrial and Safety's (WIS) Corporate Solicitors Office (CSO), such that relevant stakeholders at WWG appreciate the legal requirements and that the optimal outcomes for WWG can be achieved
* In liaison with the WIS CSO, implement a framework of continuous improvement with respect to contract management within the business, including maintaining a register of contracts and legal agreements
* Whilst WIS CSO will take the lead on all legal matters, this role will be required to be across all legal matters for the purposes of legal liability and risk reporting and critically have the judgement to flag matters to WIS CSO that may need a higher level of review
* Ability to successfully lead contract negotiations with clients and subcontractors while maintaining strong and positive client and subcontractor relationships
* Responsible for team management to train, support and manage the performance of the team
Who we're looking for
* Strong work ethic and are committed to leading a team
* Openness to receive coaching and embrace self reflection and self growth
* Accountability for your actions, and emotions, and actively venture beyond your comfort zone
* Embrace innovation, take calculated risks, and inspire others to think outside the box
* Ability to build meaningful relationships, we prioritise our customers. Balancing commercial goals with customer satisfaction is key
* Ethical standards and demonstrating honesty and integrity in all interactions is fundamental to our team culture
What we're looking for
* Ideally 5-10 years' experience in a similar commercial contracts role
* Strong Leadership capability with a focus on coaching and mentoring team
* Full understanding of Contract Law
* Background in Sales / Retail / Operations Industries would be an advantage
* Friendly and approachable with an unwavering focus on customer service (both internal and external)
* Self‐motivated with the ability to manage own time and priorities to achieve goals
* Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing at all levels
* Strong eye for detail and accuracy
* Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
* Focus on integrity
What we offer
* The chance to join a great team of like‐minded, hard‐working people who are passionate about achieving our vision and the growth objectives of the company
* Flexible working setting, allowing for work from home day/s each week
* A competitive salary package and suite of benefits and perks, including a 50% discount on our brands Hard Yakka, KingGee and NNT and 5% Wesfarmers discount for Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and more
* A tailored career and development plan, plus reward and recognition programs. Whatever your goals we're here to support you on that journey
* Our Wellbeing program
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