Management Consultant – Procurement & Contracting Advisory

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd in Canberra is seeking an experienced Management Consultant to support procurement and contracting advisory services under CPRs for Commonwealth agencies.

You will shape procurement methodologies, evaluate contracting options, and develop tender documentation to align with departmental policies, with a focus on value-for-money and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex procurement and contracting services within Commonwealth agencies.
• Proven track record in developing procurement documentation and end-to-end tender management.
• Strong understanding of CPRs and departmental procurement frameworks.
• Experience in contract management, performance monitoring and compliance assurance.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Tertiary qualifications in law, commerce, public administration, or related field.
• Experience with Defence or Industry portfolios, high-value or high-risk procurement.
• Familiarity with ASDEFCON templates and Defence Protected Network protocols.
• Ability to collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of procurement strategies and tender documentation (EOI, RFT, RFQ).
• Design and facilitate industry briefings and market engagement activities.
• Support evaluation processes with reports and negotiation directives.
• Provide expert advice on contracting options and risk mitigation.
• Draft contracts and assist in negotiations and finalisation.
• Develop contract management plans and support ongoing administration.
• Prepare delegate submissions aligned with CPRs and policies.
• Contribute to procurement governance and policy mapping.
• Ensure knowledge transfer and documentation to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Tender/evaluation leadership

CPRs knowledge

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Defence/Industry experience

ASDEFCON familiarity

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Value-for-money thinking

Education

Law/Commerce/Public Admin degree

Job description

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd | Permanent

Management Consultant – Procurement & Contracting Advisory

Canberra, Australia | Posted on 02/18/2026

• State/Province Australian Capital Territory
• Country Australia

About Us

AboutXPT

• XPT SoftwareAustralia PTY Ltd, incorporated in 2016, is a Software Services company
  
• XPT works with topclients across Australia in Banking, Insurance, Telecom,Retail, Energy, Mining and Manufacturingdomains.
  
• We have 120+technocrats in Australia working at our clientlocations.
  
• XPT SoftwareAustralia is part of group companies which has globalpresence across India & Europe.
  
• We have served100+ clients globally, fulfilling their onsite-offshoreneeds.
  

Job Description

Job Description: Management Consultant – Procurement & Contracting Advisory

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Management Consultant to support the delivery of procurement and contracting advisory services in accordance with RFQTS requirements. The consultant will play a pivotal role in shaping procurement methodologies, evaluating contracting options, and developing tender documentation to support Commonwealth agency objectives. This role demands strategic insight, commercial acumen, and a deep understanding of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) and relevant departmental policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of procurement strategies, tender evaluation plans, and approach-to-market documentation (EOI, RFT, RFQ).
• Design and facilitate industry briefings and market engagement activities.
• Support evaluation processes including development of evaluation reports, negotiation directives, and negotiation reports.
• Provide expert advice on contracting options and risk mitigation strategies.
• Draft contract documentation and assist in contract negotiations and finalisation.
• Develop contract management plans and support ongoing contract administration.
• Prepare delegate approval submissions and ensure alignment with CPRs and departmental procurement policies.
• Contribute to procurement governance, including policy reviews, process mapping, and assurance activities.
• Ensure knowledge transfer and documentation of all activities to internal stakeholders.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in delivering complex procurement and contracting services within Commonwealth agencies.
• Proven track record in developing procurement documentation and managing end-to-end tender processes.
• Strong understanding of CPRs, and departmental procurement frameworks.
• Experience in contract management, including performance monitoring and compliance assurance.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in law, commerce, public administration, or a related field.
• Experience with Defence or Industry portfolios, particularly in high-value or high-risk procurement environments.
• Familiarity with ASDEFCON templates and Defence Protected Network protocols.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.
• Strategic thinking and ability to deliver value-for-money outcomes in complex regulatory environments.