Procurement & Contracts Managers | Associate to Senior Levels

ElectraNet; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

16 weeks parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Visa assistance

Inclusive team culture

Work on major SA energy projects

Job summary

ElectraNet in Adelaide, SA, is seeking Procurement & Contracts professionals at Associate to Senior levels to support and lead complex projects that underpin South Australia's energy future.

You will manage procurement, tendering, contract negotiations, variations and risk, while guiding stakeholders across engineering and project teams. A collaborative, proactive mindset and tertiary qualifications are valued; MCIPS is desirable. Relocation and visa assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, contracts, commercial management.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Desirable MCIPS or similar accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and sourcing activities.
• Tendering and supplier selection.
• Contract negotiation and administration.
• Commercial and contractual advice.
• Variations, claims and risk management.
• Supplier and stakeholder engagement.
• Governance and approval processes.
• Continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complex negotiations and mentoring (senior roles).

Skills

Procurement

Contracts

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Teamwork

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

Procurement & Contracts Managers | Associate to Senior Levels

ElectraNet owns, operates and maintains South Australia's high voltage electricity transmission network, enabling the delivery of reliable energy to homes, businesses and communities across the state. Our people describe our culture as supportive, inclusive and community-oriented, with a genuine commitment to helping each other succeed.

About ElectraNet

ElectraNet owns, operates and maintains South Australia's high voltage electricity transmission network, enabling the delivery of reliable energy to homes, businesses and communities across the state. Our people describe our culture as supportive, inclusive and community-oriented, with a genuine commitment to helping each other succeed.

The Opportunity

We're growing our Procurement & Contracts team and are seeking professionals at all levels, from Associate Procurement & Contract Manager through to Senior Procurement & Contract Manager.

Whether you're looking to build on your existing experience or you're an established commercial leader ready to take ownership of complex projects, you'll play a key role in delivering critical transmission infrastructure that supports South Australia's energy future.

Depending on your experience, you will support, manage or lead:

• Procurement and sourcing activities
• Tendering and supplier selection
• Contract negotiation and administration
• Commercial and contractual advice
• Variations, claims and risk management
• Supplier and stakeholder engagement
• Governance and approval processes
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Complex negotiations and mentoring (senior roles)

About You

We're looking for motivated, high-energy professionals who enjoy working in a collaborative team environment and thrive on delivering outcomes. You'll be proactive, solutions-focused and confident building relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.

You will bring:

• Experience in procurement, contracts, commercial management or a related field
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
• Commercial acumen and sound problem-solving ability
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative, team-first mindset
• Experience with tendering and contract administration processes
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience

Desirable:

• Infrastructure, construction or energy sector experience
• MCIPS or similar professional accreditation

You'll thrive at ElectraNet if you enjoy:

• Working as part of a high-performing team
• Building trusted relationships across project and engineering teams
• Taking ownership and driving outcomes
• Learning, developing and taking on new challenges
• Contributing to projects that make a lasting impact on South Australia's energy future

Employee Benefits

• Salary from $129,500 to $160,900 + 12% superannuation + up to 15% STI
• 5 weeks annual leave
• 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and membership support
• Relocation and visa assistance (where applicable)
• Additional wellbeing, volunteering and office closure leave
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities to work on some of South Australia's largest energy infrastructure projects

ElectraNet is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. We are proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer.