Commercial Officer

at  BAE Systems

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About the OPPORTUNITY
We currently have a rewarding opportunity to join us as a Commercial Officer within our Maritime Sustainment line of business. You will be supporting our Commercial Function working on an exciting project where you will have the opportunity to learn more and grow your career. You will also be working with a great team and have access to our flexibility options such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working. This role will be based out of our Garden Island or office in Sydney.

• Review, draft, negotiate and finalise contracts and commercial agreements and support complex contracts
• Manage commercial contracts and the commercial elements of the Life Cycle Management and Request for Bid Approval process
• Contribute to the preparation and presentation of major Life Cycle Management reviews and Request for Bid Approval process, ensuring the necessary approvals are obtained within the governance of the operational framework
• Adopt clear understandings with suppliers of both technical and commercial issues to ensure that business arrangements minimise risk. Support review of complex terms and conditions to ensure that BAE Systems Australia Business interests are protected
• Support Procurement and Supply Chain colleagues in the preparation of sub-contract terms and conditions as required
• Manage the implementation of procedures and controls within the specified area to ensure compliance with commercial policies
• Work with internal and external legal advisors to ensure all contracts have the necessary legal input/governance, as required
• Support the Commercial Manager and other members of the team
• Understand the financial and pricing requirements of commercial contracts
• Focus on developing and maintaining customer relationships both internally and externally
• Commitment to meet deadlines and targets
• Responsive to the needs and wants of the customer by understanding their requirements, through researched understanding, open discussion and candid clarification questions, influence where required
• Maintain Commercial Management Plans
• Supporting Intellectual Property management
• Other tasks as are required from time to time
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