Contracts and Supplier Specialist

We’re seeking an experienced Contracts and Supplier Specialist to join our Procurement and Contracts team. You’ll bring 5+ years’ experience in a comparable commercial role, with a strong track record managing the full contract cycle from development and negotiation through to implementation, performance management and renewal. This role will suit someone with experience working in the procurement and contracts space within a complex organisation.

In this position, you will manage the NHVR’s Strategic contractual arrangements and take ownership of the full contract lifecycle—drafting and negotiating terms, ensuring compliance, monitoring supplier performance, managing renewals and variations, and resolving contract issues as they arise. Your experience in similar roles will be critical to ensuring contracts are effectively managed, strategically aligned, and deliver measurable value across the organisation.

This is a permanent role based in Newstead. Reporting to the Procurement Governance, Process and Systems Lead, you’ll play a key role in strengthening supplier relationships, mitigating risk, and improving operational efficiency across the organisation. The NHVR’s Procurement and Contracts team is currently experiencing growth and significant transformation, making this an exciting time to join the organisation.

If you’re ready to make an impact in a dynamic and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities of this role are:

• Draft, negotiate, execute, monitor, renew, and close out contracts
• Provide expert advice on contract terms and compliance
• Resolve disputes and non-compliance issues
• Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues
• Maintain a centralised contract repository (Vendor Panel)
• Report on contract status, expiries, renewals, and risks
• Develop and implement contract frameworks and templates
• Collaborate with procurement to improve cost and process efficiency
• Ensure compliance with WH&S and NHVR policies

About You

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Time management and prioritisation
• Contract analysis and risk identification
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Project management knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management tools

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• 5+ years in contract management or procurement
• Degree in Supply, Procurement, Business, Commerce, or equivalent
• Strong understanding of contract management principles

 Why join us?

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all vehicles in Australia over 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass. The NHVR minimises the compliance burden on the heavy vehicle transport industry, reduces duplication and inconsistences across state and territory borders, and ultimately for the heavy vehicle business with government in Australia.

We are headquartered in Brisbane and employ more than 1000 people across the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.

 We offer-

• A competitive salary package from $132,034.85 + superannuation
• Options for monthly or fortnightly rostered day off.
• Additional paid leave over Christmas closure. 
• Hybrid working environment – up to 2 days from home.
• Up to15.25% superannuation through a co-contribution scheme
• Leave loading 17.5%
• Wellbeing programs – discounted fitness through Fitness Passport, Discount health insurance, flu vaccine, financial programs including discounted banking products, finance information sessions.
• Salary packaging options including novated lease.
• Discounted IT products including Microsoft and free family password security plan.
• Ongoing training and professional development support
• Professional membership

Application Process

Please apply with your CV and cover letter addressing the essential requirements of the role.

Applications close: 5.00pm 5 June 2026 (applications may close earlier than the listed closing date if suitable candidate/s are identified prior).