_{23rd April, 2026}

• Location - Adelaide, SA
• Australian Citizens with NV1 Clearance
• Length of Contract: 13 months 
• The role closes on 6/5/2026
• Reference: 1038985

Deliverables:

• Effective procurement delivery: Procurement activities are planned and executed efficiently from end to end, resulting in compliant, timely, and value‑for‑money procurement outcomes.
• Sound commercial and procurement advice: Accurate, timely, and well‑reasoned advice is provided on procurement policy and technical, commercial, legal, and financial matters, enabling informed decisions and successful contract management.
• High‑quality documentation and reporting: Complex and commercially sensitive correspondence, reports, submissions, and contract change proposals are prepared to a high professional standard, fully compliant with legislative, policy, and procedural requirements.
• Effective management of commercial and legal risk: Commercial risks, legal principles, and contractual performance requirements are clearly identified, communicated, and managed to protect organisational interests.
• Compliance with legislative and policy frameworks: Procurement and contracting activities 
• Proactive risk management: Risks associated with procurement, contracting, and contract performance are systematically analysed, with practical and effective mitigation strategies implemented.

Responsibilities:

• Consistent delivery of effective procurement and contract outcomes Demonstrated commercial experience supporting end‑to‑end procurement and contract management, with the ability to operate confidently in complex, high‑risk environments.
• Strong understanding of government and Defence frameworks Well‑developed knowledge of government procurement and legislative frameworks, or the demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge, including an understanding of government decision‑making processes and Defence mission and policy requirements.
• High‑quality advice, analysis, and reporting Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling the delivery of clear, well‑structured briefings, comprehensive reports, and professionally drafted correspondence, including complex and commercially sensitive material.
• Sound commercial judgement and risk awareness Strong business acumen, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess commercial and contractual risks, exercise sound judgement, and recommend practical, value‑for‑money solutions.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and negotiation Proven ability to engage, influence, and negotiate with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, building trusted relationships that support procurement objectives and organisational outcomes.
• Integrity, professionalism, and discretion High ethical standards, professionalism, and discretion when dealing with sensitive commercial, legal, or organisational matters.
• Personal drive and delivery focus Well‑developed organisational skills, initiative, and self‑direction, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, influence others, and contribute to the achievement of business objectives.
• A working knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules and project governance is highly desirable.

Additional Criteria:

• DSS - 4.2 Procurement Methodologies & Contracting Options & Tender Development - L3 
• SFIA Skill Code - Contract Management (ITCM) - L4

Please contact Team.australia@ariszincgroup.com.au or simply click apply to submit your application 
 
"We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations Australians, Australian Defence Force and First Responder veterans, women in STEM, and people of all abilities, including those registered with the NDIS."
 
ARIS ZINC GROUP offers an end-to-end service approach with unique combination of expertise in recruiting, IT consulting and payroll services in the Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane markets. We champion people first, empowering them to take charge of their own aspirations and professional futures.
 
ARIS ZINC GROUP encourages diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people living with a disability.

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