Procurement Manager (NV1 Cleared)

About the role

Bureau Veritas is seeking a senior Procurement Manager with NV1 security clearance to lead procurement activities across its Defence & Security business in Canberra. You will shape strategy, drive supplier negotiations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Provide leadership and set strategic direction for procurement across the business.
• Develop and implement high‑level procurement policies aligned with project budgets, timelines and regulatory standards.
• Lead major supplier negotiations and establish long‑term agreements to achieve sustainable outcomes.
• Prioritise and deliver key procurement initiatives in line with company business plans.
• Champion best‑practice procurement across a complex, multi‑business environment.
• Build and manage vendor relationships, measuring performance against commercial and operational targets.
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders while ensuring confidentiality.
• Oversee documentation reviews to ensure compliance, adequacy and risk management.
• Represent procurement at senior meetings and contribute to executive decision‑making.

Required profile

• Current security clearance (Baseline or higher; NV1 preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, economics, business or related field; MBA highly regarded.
• Proven experience in procurement, advisory or consulting with a track record of leading service delivery.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to analyse complex information.
• Demonstrated leadership and collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing senior levels.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a high‑performing team.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Fantastic training and development opportunities.
• Discounted health & wellbeing platform and health insurance with Bupa.
• Access to employee assistance program and retail discounts portal.
• Superannuation salary sacrifice options.