Procurement Specialist (NV1 / NV2)

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd; Canberra, Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Procurement Specialist (NV1/NV2) in Canberra/Brisbane to lead end-to-end procurement and contract activities within the Australian Defence sector. You will drive sourcing, negotiations, and lifecycle management, ensuring compliance with ILS, FMS, and export controls.

The role requires current NV1 or NV2 security clearance and 3–5 years of defence procurement experience, engaging with global vendors and government entities to deliver compliant,

Qualifications

• Core Procurement Competence: strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and purchasing workflows in a regulated environment.
• Defence Sourcing Frameworks: familiarity with Defence frameworks, guidelines, and policies (ASDEFCON or similar).
• Domain Exposure: knowledge of ILS, FMS, and Export Controls in relation to contracts.
• Commercial Acumen: strong financial literacy and value-for-money mindset with risk awareness.
• Stakeholder Management: excellent communication to coordinate Defence teams, legal and vendors.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end procurement leadership for complex Defence-related requirements.
• Manage international and domestic supplier negotiations, value, risk, and compliance.
• Oversee contract execution, milestones, quality, and budget adherence.
• Align procurement with ILS plans for lifecycle efficiency and sustainment.
• Embed Export Control considerations (ITAR/EAR) in procurement and contracts.

Skills

End-to-end procurement

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

Supplier management

Regulatory/compliance awareness

Job description

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd | Contract

Procurement Specialist (NV1 / NV2)

Canberra, Brisbane, Australia | Posted on 10/29/2026

• 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

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist with a proven track record within the Australian Defence sector. In this role, you will lead complex sourcing activities, end-to-end purchasing processes, and contract management operations to deliver critical capabilities to the Australian Defence Force. Leveraging your background in Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and Export Controls, you will navigate complex regulatory frameworks to secure compliant, cost-effective, and high-performing commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Procurement

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing activities, evaluating market responses, and executing high-value contracts.
• Manage commercial negotiations with international and domestic suppliers to ensure optimal value, risk mitigation, and compliance.
• Oversee supplier performance and contract execution to ensure milestones, quality standards, and budgetary constraints are strictly met.

Procurement Lifecycle Integration

• Align procurement strategies with Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) plans to ensure long-term capability sustainment and lifecycle efficiency.
• Facilitate commercial mechanisms for Foreign Military Sales (FMS), managing the procurement documentation and transactional touchpoints with international government entities.
• Embed Export Control compliance (ITAR/EAR) directly into the procurement and contract drafting process to mitigate regulatory risks from day one.

Mandatory Criteria

• Security Clearance: Current NV1 or NV2 National Security Clearance (maintained by AGSVA).
• Defence Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of direct experience driving commercial procurement within the Australian Defence industry (CASG, ADF, or Defence environments).

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Core Procurement Competence: Demonstrated mastery of strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and purchasing workflows within a heavily regulated environment.
• Defence Sourcing Frameworks: Strong familiarity with Defence procurement frameworks, guidelines, and purchasing policies (e.g., ASDEFCON suite).
• Domain Exposure: Practical working knowledge of how ILS, FMS, and Export Controls intersect with commercial contracts.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong financial literacy with a proven ability to deliver value for money while managing complex commercial risks.
• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication skills to build rapport and negotiate effectively between Defence project teams, legal counsel, and global vendors.