Job Description
Location
Brisbane QLD•Hybrid work
Benefits
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Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Salary packaging
Insurance services
Full job description
About us
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.
Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
We currently employ more than 3,000 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.
The opportunity
Reporting to BDA's Director of Contracts, we are seeking a Manager to lead our E7 and MQ-28 contracting teams. We're looking for a "can-do" self-starter, who has a passion for delivering outcomes for their customers and are able to support program leadership teams focused on execution and growth.
The role holds a breadth of technical and leadership responsibilities and will have responsibility for daily management and tasking of program contract specialists, to achieve program outcomes.
Key Responsibilities for this position include:
Apply experience and leadership to provide direction to, and management oversight of, E7 and MQ-28 program contract specialist teams.
Provide strategic advice and support to program teams on contractual and commercial issues.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior customer stakeholders on contract and commercial matters.
Contribute to BDA's strategic direction as part of the extended BDA Contracts and Finance Leadership team.
Work effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders, to achieve BDA's strategic goals.
Exercise appropriate signature authority in negotiating and executing contractual instruments on behalf of the company.
Experience and Qualifications
Essential:
Formal qualifications in a related discipline (Law, Accounting or Business Management).
Advanced skills in complex contracting, commercial management, negotiation and procurement lifecycle;
Strong planning and organizational skills;
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop contracting specialists;
Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and management skills;
Strong commercial acumen
Excellent drafting skills
Desirable
Australian Defence industry experience;
Knowledge of and experience working with the Australian Standard Defence Contracting Suite of Templates;
Demonstrated experience in formulating innovative contractual and commercial acquisition and sustainment strategies for proposals
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.
Working at Boeing Defence Australia
We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including hybrid work, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work. We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and employee awards.
Other benefits
Work on cutting edge projects
Attractive remuneration and annual bonus
Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
Paid study leave, parental leave, Defence leave and First Nation's Cultural Leave
Salary packaging options available
Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program
Join social and community groups
We explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.
If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.
Brisbane QLD•Hybrid work
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Salary packaging
Insurance services
Full job description
About us
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.
Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
We currently employ more than 3,000 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.
The opportunity
Reporting to BDA's Director of Contracts, we are seeking a Manager to lead our E7 and MQ-28 contracting teams. We're looking for a "can-do" self-starter, who has a passion for delivering outcomes for their customers and are able to support program leadership teams focused on execution and growth.
The role holds a breadth of technical and leadership responsibilities and will have responsibility for daily management and tasking of program contract specialists, to achieve program outcomes.
Key Responsibilities for this position include:
Apply experience and leadership to provide direction to, and management oversight of, E7 and MQ-28 program contract specialist teams.
Provide strategic advice and support to program teams on contractual and commercial issues.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior customer stakeholders on contract and commercial matters.
Contribute to BDA's strategic direction as part of the extended BDA Contracts and Finance Leadership team.
Work effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders, to achieve BDA's strategic goals.
Exercise appropriate signature authority in negotiating and executing contractual instruments on behalf of the company.
Experience and Qualifications
Essential:
Formal qualifications in a related discipline (Law, Accounting or Business Management).
Advanced skills in complex contracting, commercial management, negotiation and procurement lifecycle;
Strong planning and organizational skills;
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop contracting specialists;
Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and management skills;
Strong commercial acumen
Excellent drafting skills
Desirable
Australian Defence industry experience;
Knowledge of and experience working with the Australian Standard Defence Contracting Suite of Templates;
Demonstrated experience in formulating innovative contractual and commercial acquisition and sustainment strategies for proposals
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.
Working at Boeing Defence Australia
We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including hybrid work, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work. We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and employee awards.
Other benefits
Work on cutting edge projects
Attractive remuneration and annual bonus
Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
Paid study leave, parental leave, Defence leave and First Nation's Cultural Leave
Salary packaging options available
Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program
Join social and community groups
We explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.
If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Contracts Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the MIS Executive sector. This role in Brisbane offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in MIS Executive is a plus.