Contracts Manager

lluka Resources is a leading global producer of the critical minerals zircon and high grade titanium dioxide feedstocks (rutile and synthetic rutile). Iluka has also established a significant position in rare earths. As an international supplier of critical minerals, Iluka’s products are used in an array of applications including technology, construction, medical, lifestyle, defence and industrial uses. As the world moves towards a smarter, safer, and sustainable future, Iluka’s high-quality products are increasing in demand.

Our people are the foundation of our business and are vital to our success now and into the future. Iluka offers an empowering and inclusive work environment that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Contracts Manager to join our team in Perth.

Reporting to the General Manager - Mineral Sands Commercial, this influential role is responsible for leading the Category and Contract Management activities for Iluka’s procurement function, operating across a range of contracts including mining, utilities, process chemicals, project procurement, and site and corporate services.

You will have a particular focus on development and delivery of contracting strategies and managing complex contracts of significant expenditure. Leading a team of procurement professionals, you will partner closely with operational, technical and commercial stakeholders to maximise value, manage commercial risk and support business performance.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the development, negotiation, execution and management of contracts across the business

Developing commercially sound contracting strategies for major contracts

Managing contract performance and supporting dispute resolution

Ensuring contracting activities are delivered in accordance with company policies, governance requirements and industry best practice

Driving continuous improvement across contract management systems, processes and reporting, to improve commercial outcomes, manage risk, and deliver value

Leading, mentoring and developing the Contracts and Category Management team

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have

Extensive experience leading contract management activities within the mining, resources, industrial or project environment

Strategic thinking skills with strong commercial acumen

Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate and build influential relationships across the business, motivating diverse teams to work towards a common goal

Experience developing contracting strategies, negotiating contracts, and managing a broad range of commodity, service and project contracts

A passion for leading and developing teams, coupled with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes

Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commercial Law or a related discipline

Our offer to you

Flexible working arrangements, hybrid working and flexi hours

Be supported through an inclusive and collaborative culture

Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave

Ability to purchase additional annual leave

Competitive salary and incentive structures

Employee share matching scheme

We are committed to upholding our business values, supporting equal opportunities, gender equality and cultural diversity.  You will be supported, empowered, included and encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

If you share our values and you have the skills and experience to help us to succeed and deliver sustainable value, apply now.

Full working rights in Australia, with no conditions or restrictions, are required for you to be eligible to apply for this role.

Applications close: 9 October 2026

“We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities.”