Commercial Manager

About the role

BAE Systems is seeking a Commercial Manager to join the Surface Ships Business Unit, supporting the Combat Systems line of business. The role will drive commercial outcomes for the Australian Defence Forces and ensure contract activities align with business objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate and manage complex contracts and agreements with customers.
• Support contract and bid status reviews, providing justification and clarification of commercial activities.
• Oversee day‑to‑day contract management across relevant BAE Systems Australia businesses.
• Lead commercial aspects of business winning, including negotiation of contract changes and claims management.
• Ensure financial and commercial exposures are mitigated through appropriate frameworks such as export controls, finance, product safety, insurance and intellectual property rights.
• Coordinate commercial interfaces with Procurement/Supply Chain and cascade contract requirements downstream.
• Prepare and deliver Commercial Management Plans and negotiating strategies.
• Mentor junior team members and allocate tasks to meet deadlines.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in a commercial role within defence or related industries.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Strategic mindset with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead or support moderately complex negotiations.
• Team‑oriented with a focus on building and maintaining stakeholder relationships.

Required skills

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements, including a 9‑day fortnight.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge defence, aerospace and security projects.
• Career development within a global technology‑led organisation.