Contracts Manager

Iluka Resources; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Parental leave

Additional annual leave

Competitive salary

Employee share matching

Job summary

Iluka Resources in Perth, WA, is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead the Category and Contract Management functions across mining, utilities, process chemicals, and site services.

Reporting to the General Manager - Mineral Sands Commercial, you will develop contracting strategies, manage complex contracts, and partner with stakeholders to maximise value and reduce risk.

The role offers hybrid working, a supportive culture, and opportunities to mentor a procurement team.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading contract management in mining/resources/project environments.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement across diverse teams.
• Experience developing contracting strategies and negotiating contracts.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, negotiation, execution and management of contracts across the business.
• Develop contracting strategies for major contracts.
• Manage contract performance and support dispute resolution.
• Ensure contracting activities are delivered in accordance with company policies, governance requirements and industry best practice.
• Drive continuous improvement across contract management systems, processes and reporting, to improve commercial outcomes, manage risk, and deliver value.
• Lead, mentoring and developing the Contracts and Category Management team.

Skills

Contract management

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Contracting strategies

Team leadership

Education

Business/Commercial Law degree

Job description

lluka Resources is a leading global producer of the critical minerals zircon and high grade titanium dioxide feedstocks (rutile and synthetic rutile). Iluka has also established a significant position in rare earths. As an international supplier of critical minerals, Iluka’s products are used in an array of applications including technology, construction, medical, lifestyle, defence and industrial uses. As the world moves towards a smarter, safer, and sustainable future, Iluka’s high-quality products are increasing in demand.

Our people are the foundation of our business and are vital to our success now and into the future. Iluka offers an empowering and inclusive work environment that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Contracts Manager to join our team in Perth.

Reporting to the General Manager - Mineral Sands Commercial, this influential role is responsible for leading the Category and Contract Management activities for Iluka’s procurement function, operating across a range of contracts including mining, utilities, process chemicals, project procurement, and site and corporate services.

You will have a particular focus on development and delivery of contracting strategies and managing complex contracts of significant expenditure. Leading a team of procurement professionals, you will partner closely with operational, technical and commercial stakeholders to maximise value, manage commercial risk and support business performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development, negotiation, execution and management of contracts across the business
• Developing commercially sound contracting strategies for major contracts
• Managing contract performance and supporting dispute resolution
• Ensuring contracting activities are delivered in accordance with company policies, governance requirements and industry best practice
• Driving continuous improvement across contract management systems, processes and reporting, to improve commercial outcomes, manage risk, and deliver value
• Leading, mentoring and developing the Contracts and Category Management team

About You

• Extensive experience leading contract management activities within the mining, resources, industrial or project environment
• Strategic thinking skills with strong commercial acumen
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate and build influential relationships across the business, motivating diverse teams to work towards a common goal
• Experience developing contracting strategies, negotiating contracts, and managing a broad range of commodity, service and project contracts
• A passion for leading and developing teams, coupled with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commercial Law or a related discipline

Our offer to you

• Flexible working arrangements, hybrid working and flexi hours
• Be supported through an inclusive and collaborative culture
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Competitive salary and incentive structures
• Employee share matching scheme

We are committed to upholding our business values, supporting equal opportunities, gender equality and cultural diversity.You will be supported, empowered, included and encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

Full working rights in Australia, with no conditions or restrictions, are required for you to be eligible to apply for this role.

Applications close: 9 October 2026

“We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities.”