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About the Role

Develop, define, lead and implement the commercial strategy for Group Security & Facilitation, overseeing a diverse supplier portfolio spanning aviation security services, technology, infrastructure and security equipment. Accountable for delivering commercial, operational, regulatory and financial outcomes while ensuring contracts and supplier relationships are effectively managed throughout their full lifecycle. This role requires close collaboration with senior leaders, operational stakeholders, regulators and industry partners to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, complex commercial negotiations and supplier performance programs. Identify opportunities to drive value, innovation and operational excellence, while supporting the adoption of emerging technologies and AI-enabled solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead a centralised and integrated contract and commercial portfolio across Group Security and Facilitation
Partner with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic sourcing, supplier performance and long-term commercial outcomes
Drive innovation through major tenders, commercial negotiations and AI-enabled solutions
Develop, define, lead and implement the commercial strategy for Group Security & Facilitation
Oversee a diverse supplier portfolio spanning aviation security services, technology, infrastructure and security equipment
Deliver commercial, operational, regulatory and financial outcomes
Ensure contracts and supplier relationships are effectively managed throughout their full lifecycle
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives
Lead complex commercial negotiations
Lead supplier performance programs
Identify opportunities to drive value, innovation and operational excellence
Support the adoption of emerging technologies and AI-enabled solutions

Requirements

7+ years' experience in commercial, procurement or contract management
Aviation experience essential
Experience working across Security suppliers highly desirable
Strong understanding of aviation security, regulatory compliance and operational requirements within airport or airline environments
Proven success delivering high-value contracts, strategic sourcing initiatives and complex commercial negotiations
Experience developing and executing commercial, supplier and category strategies that drive business outcomes
Strong capability in supplier performance management, governance and end-to-end contract lifecycle management
Experience leading major tenders, business cases, market testing and supplier transition programs
Advanced analytical, financial and stakeholder management skills
Strategic yet hands-on approach to balancing commercial, operational and security priorities
Right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship

Skills

Commercial
Procurement
Contract management
Aviation security
Regulatory compliance
Strategic sourcing
Supplier performance management
Commercial negotiations
Tender management
Business case development
Market testing
Supplier transition
Analytical skills
Financial skills
Stakeholder management
AI-enabled solutions

Location

Australia

Work Type

Full time
Permanent

Experience Level

7+ years

Benefits

Heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends
Exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays
Flexible leave options
18 weeks paid parental leave
Option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees
Discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment
Salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships
Support for wellbeing, including mental health resources and a tailored nutrition plan

About the Company

Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia’s largest regional, domestic, and international airline.
Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group.
The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands - Qantas and Jetstar - operating regional, domestic, and international services.
At Qantas, safety and security are at the heart of everything we do.
You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged.
Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.
There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas.
Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time.
You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities.
While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.

Equal Opportunity

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.