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As our new Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for all contract management within the Motor Supply team, focusing on developing systems and the controls around contract management.
You will:
* Support in the creation and execution of operational plans that support C&A divisional strategic objectives
* Take ownership of the Motor Supplier Contracts processes, including negotiations, drafting, administration, performance monitoring and disputes to ensure supplier performance, emphasising timeliness and relationship management
* Communicate and manage objectives to achieve the Supplier Sourcing and regulatory requirements
* Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure contract negotiations meet their needs
* Participate in sourcing exercises and negotiations for contracts and tenders to achieve the best possible commercial outcome while monitoring existing arrangements to ensure these are value adding
* Continuously identify and implement improvements to processes to elevate customer experience, reduce risk and enhance our contract management framework
* Conduct prequalification searches and due diligence referrals to the Investigations team
* Liaise with contractors to resolve contractual compliance, operational and reporting issues, including collating all relevant documentation
* Draft contractual breach notices to repairers and follow up on corrective actions
* Drive best in class contract management, with a focus on developing strategic contracts enabling long term sustainability to the business
* As the SME for Supply contractor matters, provide guidance to others, including training on best practices, while engaging in strategic planning
What experience you’ll bring
* 3-5 years’ experience managing contracts or relevant industry experience
* Expertise in contract management, procurement, and/or compliance
* Previous experience with contract management systems would be preferred with intermediate Excel skills
* Excellent communication skills, with experience in drafting high quality & fit for purpose contract correspondence
* Experience in building contract management frameworks
* Demonstrated success at implementing & delivering on operational efficiency / business process enhancement initiatives
* Attention to detail and analytical skills
* Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail and analytical skills
* Excellent stakeholder engagement along with strong negotiation skills
Location – This role is in office at either:
* North Lakes - This role is based at our North Lakes office. Save the long commute to Brisbane and work for a growing company close to home and within walking distance to some of the north side’s best retail outlets, restaurants and other amenities.
* Kawana - This role is based at our Kawana office. Housed on the sunny coast and close to local retail, restaurants and other amenities, we enjoy views across Kawana Lake and we’re only five minutes from the closest beach. If you love the water and coastal life, this is the perfect place for you.
* Toowong - Close to a variety of public transport and easy parking options, the Toowong office has excellent end of trip facilities (including secure bike storage and showers), outdoor spaces and plenty of modern collaborative areas to work and connect with colleagues.
Be rewarded - we recognise high performance and reward our people for their hard work through bonuses and other perks.
Options for leave - life happens, so we’ve got volunteer days, an additional paid ‘ME’ day, paid parental leave and the opportunity to purchase additional leave to cover all of the big stuff.
Grow with us - we’ve got learning and professional development opportunities to suit everyone.
Give back- our A&G Difference program gives you the power to change our community for the better through volunteering, fundraising and donation opportunities for causes that you’re passionate about.
Take care of yourself - your wellbeing is important to us and our healthy mind and body hub, mental-health support and fitness discounts will help you be your best self.
Celebrate the wins - we love sharing our successes and celebrating together - join us and you’ve got a ticket to our many on-site events throughout the year, family fun days and annual celebrations.
Save money- as well as discounts on insurance products, we’ve teamed up with some incredible retailers, hospitality providers and others to bring you discounts on your purchases, no matter where you are in Australia.
About us
Auto & General (A&G) is the fastest-growing major Motor and Home insurer in Australia, providing insurance products and solutions to safeguard a brighter future for our customers and community.
Our range of general insurance products including Car, Motorcycle, Home, Contents Pet and Travel products are delivered through our multi-award-winning brand Budget Direct and partnerships with leading brands - ING, Qantas, Virgin Money and Coles Insurance.
We’re excited about the future and we’re always on the lookout for talented, passionate individuals who can help us achieve our goal of being Australia’s best insurer! If this sounds like you, apply today.
Auto & General values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all.
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