Procurement Advisor with TSPV

XPT Software; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

XPT Software in Canberra is seeking a Procurement Lead to advise Commonwealth procurement and contracting, shaping tender documentation and evaluation processes.

You will apply CPRs, develop procurement strategies, oversee end-to-end tender activity, and provide contract negotiation and management guidance, with an emphasis on governance, risk mitigation, and knowledge transfer to stakeholders. A Positive Vetting (TS PV) clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering procurement and contracting services within Commonwealth agencies.
• Proven track record 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 related field.

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.

Skills

Procurement

Tender management

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

CPRs knowledge

Legal/commercial acumen

Education

Tertiary qualifications in law, commerce, public administration

Tools

ASDEFCON templates

Defence PNet protocols

Job description

Position

Procurement Lead

Security Clearance

Positive Vetting (TS PV)

Position

Procurement Lead

Security Clearance

Positive Vetting (TS PV)

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.

Desirable Attributes

• 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.