Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist
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Senior Contracts and Commercial Specialist
Temporary Contract | 3-6 months | ASAP start
Local Council | Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne
Full-time | Hybrid (in-office initial period, then max 2 days WFH by agreement)
$578 - $722 per day
Our client, a major Local Council in Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs, is looking for an experienced Senior Contracts and Commercial Specialist to join on a temporary basis for 3-6 months. This role will support delivery of key commercial priorities and help uplift capability within a newly formed Commercial function, with a focus on strategic sourcing, procurement and contract lifecycle management. Reporting to the Manager Commercial, you will work closely with the Commercial Analyst and Manager Contracts and Benefits to embed best practice across the team.
Key Responsibilities
For more info, please reach out to:
Amanda Li | amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au | 03 8535 3111
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
#SCR-amanda-li
Temporary Contract | 3-6 months | ASAP start
Local Council | Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne
Full-time | Hybrid (in-office initial period, then max 2 days WFH by agreement)
$578 - $722 per day
Our client, a major Local Council in Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs, is looking for an experienced Senior Contracts and Commercial Specialist to join on a temporary basis for 3-6 months. This role will support delivery of key commercial priorities and help uplift capability within a newly formed Commercial function, with a focus on strategic sourcing, procurement and contract lifecycle management. Reporting to the Manager Commercial, you will work closely with the Commercial Analyst and Manager Contracts and Benefits to embed best practice across the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end contract lifecycle management and deliver strategic sourcing initiatives across multi-category spend
- Develop and execute tender strategies, managing end-to-end tender processes
- Lead complex commercial negotiations with suppliers and optimise supplier performance and relationships
- Identify and implement commercial opportunities, cost/value improvements, and manage contract pipeline and renewal strategy
- Establish contract governance, KPI reporting and performance frameworks, with mentorship and capability uplift across the Commercial team
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement and contract management
- Demonstrated capability in multi-category sourcing and procurement, including site services, maintenance and repairables (MRO), civils and construction, and goods (directs and indirects)
- Strong experience in tender strategy, sourcing and delivery
- Track record delivering commercial value, cost savings and service uplift
- Advanced negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
- Sound understanding of risk, governance and compliance frameworks
- Ability to operate autonomously and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment
For more info, please reach out to:
Amanda Li | amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au | 03 8535 3111
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
#SCR-amanda-li
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Where is the Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist job located?
The Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist role with Public Sector People is based in VIC - Melbourne, VIC, AU. The role is remote-friendly.
Is the Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist role remote?
Yes — the Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist position at Public Sector People is remote. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist role pay?
Public Sector People lists the Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist role at AUD 578–722 per month.
Is the Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Public Sector People.
What experience level is the Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist role?
The Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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