Manager - Procurement & Contract Management

Our Customer & Operations team brings a suite of expertise that aids our clients across the end-to-end procurement and contract management lifecycle.

We are a purposeful and passionate team providing tailored solutions that help clients achieve the optimal level of value-for-money and compliance with policy, regulation and capability requirements.

Your Opportunity

We currently have exciting opportunities for motivated and experienced procurement and contract management professionals at a Manager level in our Customer & Operations team based in our Canberra office.

You will have the opportunity to play a key role in delivering impactful and strategic procurement and contract management expertise to a wide array of transformational projects for our government clients.

You will be supported by a high-performing, collaborative team that values your growth through ongoing learning opportunities, knowledge sharing, and leadership support.

You will enjoy working in a flexible, inclusive and people-first environment, where your contributions are recognised, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your career ambitions are encouraged.

How are you extraordinary?

• You enjoy working alongside diverse and multidisciplinary teams to deliver tangible outcomes for our clients.
• You have exceptional attention to detail, analytical ability, and problem-solving capabilities.
• You have an interest and an appetite for taking on challenges/initiatives and contributing to the overall growth of our team.
• You are enthusiastic about developing strong relationships with clients, colleagues and communities.

Your Experience

At KPMG, we believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients, and communities. To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience could include:

• A thorough understanding of government procurement and experience applying relevant policies and processes.
• Experience working across the various elements of the procurement lifecycle; from strategy and planning, tender development and evaluation, negotiations and contract establishment, through to contract and commercial management.
• Experience in managing complex contracts with an understanding of ways to manage commercial risk to ensure value-for-money is maintained over the contract term.

• Australian security clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
• Tertiary qualifications preferably in commerce, law, business, or related fields.
• Cert IV in Procurement and Contracting favourable but not required

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.