Job Description

A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Subcontracts Specialist to support a critical transition project. This is a hands-on contract role requiring a proactive procurement professional who can operate autonomously and manage end-to-end sourcing and contract activities in a rapid-paced environment.

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We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who are immediately available or becoming available at short notice and can commit to the full 3-month engagement.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Lead end-to-end procurement and sourcing activities, including RFx processes and supplier selection.
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- Develop sourcing strategies and translate business requirements into commercial outcomes.
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- Conduct supplier evaluations, commercial analysis, and contract negotiations.
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- Draft, review, and manage contracts and subcontracts.
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- Identify and manage commercial, supplier, and supply chain risks.
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- Support supplier onboarding, contract implementation, and performance management.
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- Ensure compliance with governance, policy, and approval frameworks.
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- Engage with stakeholders across project, operational, and leadership teams.
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About You

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- Demonstrated experience in procurement, sourcing, contract management, or subcontract administration.
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- Strong negotiation, stakeholder engagement,



and commercial management skills.
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- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
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- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving capabilities.
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- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract administration processes.
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Desirable

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Experience Experience in one or more of the following categories:

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- Corporate Services
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- Professional Services
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- Information Technology
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- Logistics
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Defence or other highly regulated industry experience will be viewed favourably.

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What's on Offer

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- 3-month contract
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- Opportunity to contribute to a high-profile transition project
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- Collaborative team environment with significant stakeholder exposure
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- Inner North Brisbane location
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- Preferred arrangement of 4 days in the office and 1 day WFH (Friday), with some flexibility for the right candidate.
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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

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You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

📌 Subcontract Specialist (Stratford)
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