Title:

Commercial Specialist

Title:

Commercial Specialist

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 30 countries.

For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.

With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.

We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers.

From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.

KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force.

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The Opportunity:

Join KBR’s dynamic MSP Aerospace division and directly contribute to the success of exciting defence projects for the Commonwealth of Australia.

As a key member under the Senior Commercial Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting all commercial aspects of project delivery with a primary focus on contracts and agreements management.

The commercial specialist will work collaboratively across Operations, Finance, and Project Controls in order to deliver accurate and timely information to support effective decision making.

If you're ready to make a significant impact in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, KBR would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Support projects by overseeing all commercial aspects of contracts and addressing client concerns promptly and effectively.

• Assist throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-bid and bid stages to delivery and project closeout, ensuring all commercial documentation is developed and internally approved.

• Play a key role in due diligence, subcontractor engagement, and managing subcontractor relationships.

• Contribute to the negotiation, review, and management of contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders, ensuring risk mitigation and maximising opportunities.

• Coordinate export controls, ITAR compliance, and manage intellectual property and technical data in line with approved plans.

• Support contract performance reviews, ensuring contract requirements are met and interfacing with internal teams for compliance.

• Manage project commercial risks and ensure alignment with client internal policies, including finance, insurance, procurement, and project controls.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, or Finance or demonstrated relevant professional experience

• 5+ years of experience in Defence and Government commercial management or procurement

• Experience with execution, management and development of ASDEFCON Templates

• Demonstrated experience in negotiation and support

• Well-developed communication skills

• Experienced user of MS Office products.

Desirable:

• Experience with implementation of and compliance with export controls and the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline Clearance or above should apply.

What we will offer you:

· A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work

· Flexible working

· Competitive salary (including annual reviews)

· Paid parental leave

· Income protection

· Corporate rewards

· Salary packaging/Novated leasing

· Employee stock purchase plans

· Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance

· Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!

KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.