Strategic Contract & Supplier Relations Lead - Hybrid

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

CBD location

Fitness Passport discounts

Annual flu vaccinations

Salary packaging options

Job summary

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) is seeking a Senior Contract and Supplier Relationship Officer to manage contracts and supplier relationships across the organisation, ensuring value for money and risk management.

This ongoing, full-time role is based in NSW CBD with hybrid work; you will provide strategic advice, oversee governance, and drive continuous improvement while supporting stakeholders and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience managing contracts and supplier relationships in complex environments.
• Ability to provide strategic advice to stakeholders on variations and improvements.
• Strong supplier performance management, risk mitigation and dispute resolution skills.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, governance and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer contract management plans to meet obligations and performance.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate contract information and coordinate activities.
• Provide expert advice on supplier segmentation and relationship strategies.
• Identify and manage commercial, contractual, financial and supply chain risks.
• Advise stakeholders on contract conditions and variations.
• Build productive relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Manage disputes and performance concerns to address issues early.

Skills

Contract management

Supplier relationships

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Governance

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) is seeking a Senior Contract and Supplier Relationship Officer to manage contracts and supplier relationships across the organisation, ensuring value for money and risk management.

This ongoing, full-time role is based in NSW CBD with hybrid work; you will provide strategic advice, oversee governance, and drive continuous improvement while supporting stakeholders and suppliers.