Strategic Procurement Advisor (TS PV) | CPRs Expert

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a seasoned Procurement Advisor with TS PV clearance to support Commonwealth agency procurement and contracting advisory work from Canberra.

You will shape procurement methodologies, evaluate contracting options, prepare tender documentation, and ensure CPR compliance while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience delivering procurement and contracting services for Commonwealth agencies.
• Proven ability to develop procurement documentation and manage end-to-end tender processes.
• Strong understanding of CPRs and departmental procurement frameworks.
• Experience with contract management, performance monitoring and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies, tender evaluation plans and market approach documents (EOI, RFT, RFQ).
• Design industry briefings and market engagement activities.
• Support evaluation processes with reports, directives and negotiation records.
• Provide expert advice on contracting options and risk mitigation.
• Draft contract documentation and assist in negotiations and finalisation.
• Develop contract management plans and support ongoing administration.
• Prepare delegate submissions ensuring CPRs alignment.
• Contribute to procurement governance and knowledge transfer to stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Tender evaluation

Stakeholder engagement

Contract options analysis

Negotiation guidance

Regulatory compliance

Strategic thinking

Education

Tertiary qualifications in law, commerce or public administration

Tools

ASDEFCON templates

Job description

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd | Contract

Procurement Advisor with TSPV

Canberra, Australia | Posted on 08/19/2026

• 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

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.

• 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.