Job description
Join Vertical Scope Group (VSG) as we’re securing NV1 (minimum) security cleared Procurement and Contract Management Specialists to join our award-winning team.
We are looking for driven and highly skilled, security cleared Procurement and Contract Management Specialists with various levels of knowledge and experience to work with our customers in the national security community.
You will assist with the day-to-day procurement and contract management processes in accordance with departmental and whole of government procurement policies, to support Procurement & Contracts Team within the Security Portfolio, Infrastructure and Business Services Branch.
About You:
Minimum four years' experience working within Government Procurement
Thorough understanding of the PGPA Act for complex procurements
Complex contract management experience, with knowledge of CCS
Experience providing oversight of public sector procurement activities
Ability to undertake analysis of suppliers, markets, products and service categories to inform procurement planning
Provide advice on 'best fit' security procurement approaches
Assist in the administration of tender evaluation reports for consideration and approval
Ability to assist in the oversight of contracts administration activities and monitoring of contract management plans
Good interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written
Ability to work effectively as an individual or within a team environment
The ability to work with minimal supervision.
About the role:
Monitoring and managing procurement activities including providing advice and support for basic to complex procurement
Assist in the preparation of procurement approval documentation including Approvals to Approach the Market, Evaluation Outcomes, Approvals to commit funds and enter into Arrangements
Strong knowledge in administering tender documentation through AusTender and DTA
Present a high level of customer service to internal clients and stakeholders, providing a proactive approach where Agency representatives are engaged, and feedback is sought
Establish and maintain strong business relationships with external stakeholders and suppliers including effectively managing contract enquiries, issues, disputes, variations, risks and undertaking negotiations with suppliers as required
Responsible for managing a range of contracts, maintaining relationships with suppliers and customers
Monitoring contracts and managing extension or renewal of contracts and contract close-out
Problem-solving contract-related issues
Preparation and ongoing management of Government contracts, simple and complex
Preparation and ongoing management of Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs)
Provide policy advice in relation to compliance with relevant Australian Government legislation, rules and policies relating to contract management and procurement activities
Stakeholder management and engagement
Develop, draft and implement communications strategies to support structural, technical and business changes impacting Diplomatic Security Division (DSD) in relation to contract management
Risk assessment and issue management
Corporate Document Management and filing
Mailbox Management
Provide advice and support to the Line Manager, including identifying opportunities to improve procurement outcomes, efficiency and value for money.
About Us:
Why work with Vertical Scope Group?
Vertical Scope Group are an award winning, security cleared, specialist with over a decade’s worth of experience providing end-to-end consulting, professional services and recruitment services nationally to Australian Government and industry.
Mission: To advance Australia’s national interest and sovereignty by ensuring access to a highly skilled, security cleared workforce.
Vision:To be Australia’s leading provider of security-cleared workforce planning, recruitment and professional services.
We are searching for exceptional consultants to join us in providing capability to multiple government panels and global supply chains including the ICT Provider Arrangement (ICTPA), NSW TAS SCN0012 – Talent Acquisition Scheme, Defence, Science and Technology Group (DSTG), BuyICT, People Panel (all categories, all locations, APS1- SES Band3, and Board Placements!)
We are proudly 100% Australian owned and run, possess a Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) Level 3 membership, and have won multiple peak body awards including the Recruitment, Consulting and Staffing Association (RCSA)’s 2021 ‘Excellence in Social Purpose’, RCSA’s 2022 ‘Excellence in Client Services’, and the 2022 Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Award for ‘Excellence in Supporting Veteran and/or Partner Employment’ for VSG’s WorkPath Australia Training and Employment Program.
We invite you to contact us for a confidential discussion around your career and to learn how we can work together.
We offer our permanent consultants a list of perks that range from:
Birthday day off
Additional Superannuation Contribution
Annual Company Conference
Paid for attendance at award and industry events
Generous Defence Leave
Part-time, remote, flexible work options (when available)
Attractive salaries
Fortnightly payments
Diverse programs to work on
Professional upskilling with RTO partners including budget for commercial qualifications
We believe people are our greatest asset, and we will work with and support you throughout your career.
If you are security cleared and would like to discuss other security cleared opportunities available to you, please also apply and a dedicated consultant will contact you to advise.
If you want to join a trusted, reputable, expert consulting firm, and work on exciting defence and national security programs, apply here!
Vertical Scope Group encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
Apply now by submitting your CV and or cover letter and a dedicated recruitment consultant will be in touch.