Contract Support Manager, Defence Maritime

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-focused Contract Support Manager to provide essential administrative, governance and coordination support across Defence Maritime supply chain contracts. This role plays a critical part in ensuring Defence contracts are managed in line with policy, compliance and audit requirements.

The Contract Support Manager works closely with Contract Managers, suppliers and Defence stakeholders to support contract administration, performance monitoring and governance activities. An active Baseline Security Clearance is essential for this position.

Key responsibilities
* Provide administrative support for Defence contract administration, including document preparation, compliance checks and record management
* Support contract performance monitoring through data collection, metrics review and report compilation
* Coordinate and track Contract Change Proposals, including price adjustments and obsolescence management
* Liaise with suppliers and Defence stakeholders to resolve contractual issues and maintain effective working relationships
* Maintain audit-ready records and documentation in line with Defence procurement and governance frameworks
* Support Defence contract risk management and governance activities through accurate reporting and administration

Essential requirements
* Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting or equivalent qualification
* Demonstrated experience with Defence Procurement Policy and frameworks
* Experience using SAP ERP contract management systems
* Experience in Defence contract administration or procurement support roles
* Understanding of supply chain and logistics processes
* Defence experience preferred
* Australian Citizenship is mandatory
* An active Baseline Security Clearance is essential and must be maintained
* Candidates without Australian Citizenship and an active Baseline Security Clearance will not be considered

Defence disclaimer
* This role operates in a secure Defence environment and is subject to Defence security requirements and ongoing clearance eligibility

Location
* Sydney

Weekly hours
* 40

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