Matthew Sturgiss
Sale,Australia
Summary
Logistics leader with 12 years of military experience, skilled in team leadership, stakeholder coordination, procurement and budget management, policy adherence, contract oversight, and delivering clear, high-level executive reporting.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Support Manager
Future INtelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance System Program Office (FISRSPO)
Canberra (Working Remote), Australia
01.2024 - Current
- Led and coordinated supply support requirements for a major acquisition program, ensuring seamless integration of resources into operational capability.
- Oversaw the procurement of $8M worth of equipment across 40+ vendors, managing contracts, negotiations, and supplier relationships to deliver on time and within budget.
- Provided leadership and guidance to a geographically dispersed logistics team, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and high performance.
- Contributed key inputs to transition activities, enabling smooth handover from acquisition to sustainment organisations and ensuring continuity of operations.
- Prepared and delivered timely reports and updates to senior management, supporting data-driven and risk-aware decision-making.
- Responsible for managing the procurement of $5 million Ground Support Equipment across 250 different items and 40 different vendors to support delivery of first project aircraft.
Commercial Manager
FISRSPO
Canberra (Working Remote), Australia
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Led and managed commercial workforce, driving performance and aligning team outputs with organisational objectives.
- Provided advice ensuring compliance with Commonwealth Procurement Policy, maintaining transparency and accountability in procurement activities.
- Oversaw acquisition procurement activities in support of AIR7001 & AIR555.
- Oversaw commercial transition activities in support of AIR7001 & AIR555.
- Partnered with key project stakeholders to understand commercial prioritises and requirements, minimising budget and schedule risks through proactive planning and collaboration.
- Led the turnaround of an underperforming commercial team, restoring its credibility and ensuring timely, uninterrupted commercial support for two major projects.
Deputy Platform Lead
Air Training and Aviation System Program Office (ATACSPO)
Sale, Australia
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Led a team eight fostering a cohesive team environment and promoting autonomous working.
- Built and maintained key relationships with industry partners and Air Force operator community, facilitating key operational outcomes and maintenance of key performance metrics.
- Led key disposal activities of retired aircraft, managed platform modification programs and introduced of new governance frameworks for the B300 platform to improve compliance and oversight.
- Contributed key inputs in fleet planning financial budget programs and facilitated contract extension talks with industry partner to secure continuity of services.
- Addressed Air Force Industry Partner maintenance safety concerns following multiple incidents, ensuring the implementation of effective mitigations and controls within 12 months to restore confidence in the maintenance program and prevent operational disruptions.
Intelligence and Performance Assurance Lead
ATACSPO
Sale, Australia
01.2021 - 12.2021
Logistics Officer
Health Services Wing
Brisbane, Australia
01.2018 - 12.2020
Logistics Officer
5 Flight Squadron
Brisbane, Australia
03.2017 - 12.2017
Logistics Officer
TAAC-Air
Overseas Deployment
08.2016 - 03.2017
Logistics Officer
382 Contingency Response Squadron
Brisbane, Australia
11.2014 - 08.2016
- Planned and executed logistical support for the 2015 Avalon Airshow, coordinating operations for 1,000 ADF personnel over a two-week period, including all pre- and post-event activities.
Officer Training
Officer Training School
Sale, Australia
07.2014 - 11.2014
Equity Markets Services Desk Assistant
Next Financial
Sydney, Australia
11.2010 - 12.2012
Operations Associate
Next Financial
Sydney, Australia
02.2008 - 11.2010
Retail Manager
Sturgiss Newsagency
Sydney, Australia
01.2003 - 12.2008
Education
Masters of Financial Planning -
Deakin University
11-2026
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance and Marketing
University of Wollongong
01.2007
Skills
- Technical Knowledge
- Budget management
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Relationship Building
- Influencing without Authority
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Planning Acumen
References
- Mr Phillip Hennessy, Supply Support Manager, FISRSPO, 0412 449 424
- Mr Shiva Naidu, Director Business Management Unit, FISRSPO, 02 5109 9397
Awards
- Promoted to Squadron Leader, 2024, Senior Officer
- Good Show Safety Award
- United States Air Force Commendation
- Australian Operational Service Medal
- United Nations Medal
Timeline
Commercial Manager
FISRSPO
07.2024 - 07.2025
Supply Support Manager
Future INtelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance System Program Office (FISRSPO)
01.2024 - Current
Deputy Platform Lead
Air Training and Aviation System Program Office (ATACSPO)
01.2022 - 12.2022
Intelligence and Performance Assurance Lead
ATACSPO
01.2021 - 12.2021
Logistics Officer
Health Services Wing
01.2018 - 12.2020
Logistics Officer
5 Flight Squadron
03.2017 - 12.2017
Logistics Officer
TAAC-Air
08.2016 - 03.2017
Logistics Officer
382 Contingency Response Squadron
11.2014 - 08.2016
Officer Training
Officer Training School
07.2014 - 11.2014
Equity Markets Services Desk Assistant
Next Financial
11.2010 - 12.2012
Operations Associate
Next Financial
02.2008 - 11.2010
Retail Manager
Sturgiss Newsagency
01.2003 - 12.2008
Masters of Financial Planning -
Deakin University
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance and Marketing
University of Wollongong