Subcontract Specialist

Perform purposeful work of national significance

• Interested in managing high value, high risk complex contracts? Look no further, be a part of highly prestigious combat systems area supporting our shipbuilding program
• Enjoy flexible work practices, engaging work and an inclusive culture where we strive to make every individual feel valued

At BAE Systems we are recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance to our customers and with this we are known for developing some of the most impressive careers.

We currently have rewarding career booster opportunity as a Subcontract Specialist within our Maritime Australia line of business to be based Adelaide, South Australia.

This role can be flexible for Melbourne based talent with right skills and experience and hybrid working arrangement and 9 days a fortnight full time working arrangements are on offer as well.

What this opportunity will mean for you?

• Performing purposeful work where your efforts are recognized in an environment enabling you to thrive
• World class career opportunities, as our biggest project is YOU Your success is our success
• Accessibility to flexible working arrangements that will provide you with balance and a lifestyle that fosters wellbeing
• Access to our competitive employee benefits program that are designed to better support you: Employee Benefits
• Being part of a workplace culture that is safe, inclusive and takes pride in their company values

Your new role:

Reporting to the Senior Subcontract Manager - Hunter Class Program, you will get an opportunity to manage combat systems' major subcontracts to meet the project requirements of cost, quality and delivery through effective contract management and the facilitation of working relationships with the supplier, their supply chains and internal stakeholders.

In addition, you will get an opportunity to manage high value, high risk complex contracts for our combat systems area supporting our largest shipbuilding program

More specifically, you will

• Coordinate the development of procurement strategies which balance the head contract principles of mínimal changes and maximise Australian industry capability
• Establish engaging relationship with combat systems OEMs to enable deep understanding of the long term program requirement and deliver mutually beneficial outcomes
• Manage major subcontract change effectively to ensure that the impacts are minimised, communicated and fully understood and work in partnership with Australian Industry Capability (AIC) to support the development of contractible subcontractor AIC plan
• Proactively manage the performance of suppliers to achieve the requirements of the contract from a schedule, cost and quality perspective, embedding the relevant key performance indicators
• Adhere to head contract obligations through effective commercial management of subcontracts including payments, claims, warranties, cash flow and flow down of contract amendments
• Ensure that emerging risks are identified, costed, monitored and managed and effectively implement business systems, processes and internal control to ensure legislative compliance

About you:

As an applicant for this opportunity, you'll have:

• Demonstrated relevant experience in subcontract, procurement or commercial management in an engineering or defence organisation
• Sound commercial acumen with a proven capability in negotiation with an ability to balance conflicting priorities to deliver against customer requirements
• Confident oral and written communicator coupled with an ability to build effective relationships with business representatives, customers and suppliers
• Strong stakeholder management skill, results orientated, focusing on the key objectives and striving for effective outcomes

Whilst not essential, degree qualification in engineering, procurement or commercial discipline, or a membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS) is desirable
We believe in hiring for potential so if this role resonates with you, but you don't meet all the required criteria, we would still love to hear from you

Clearances:

As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearance.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Our culture:

You will be joining a culture that truly cares about your wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion is at the top of our agenda.

We are striving to create an inclusive culture where the voices and talents of every individual are valued and everyone has a sense of belonging.

We are also proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180

If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives via this link.

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