Senior Subcontract Specialist

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Location: RAAF Base Edinburgh Category: Business Support Position Type: Permanent Job Reference: BOE/1880870A Attachments: No File Attached Share This:

The Opportunity -

In partnership with the ADF and the Commonwealth, Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) provides aircraft maintenance and upgrades, component maintenance solutions, technical support, mission-critical infrastructure support and training on some of the most capable surveillance, command, control, and combat platforms in the world.

Boeing Defence Australia are looking for Senior Subcontracts Specialists to join our growing Sourcing and Supplier Management team at BDA, With the support of industry experts and working as part of a cross functional team, the successful applicant will draw on previous experience to ensure effective market engagement and subcontract management on vital Defence programs.

This role can be based at any of our major sites, Williamtown, Adelaide, Brisbane or Amberley.

As a Senior Subcontract Specialist within BDA, you will

• Draft, negotiate and manage a broad range of commercial agreements including NDAs, development, manufacturing and support services contracts and contract variations;
• Provide advice to project managers and other business stakeholders on all subcontracting activities related to your program of work;
• Liaise with Legal, Functional, Engineering and Commercial stakeholders;
• Develop procurement strategies and priorities and lead their delivery through strong stakeholder relationships and understanding program requirements;
• Conduct complex approach to market activities (RFx), analyse and evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate supplier deviations to subcontract provisions and recommend final supplier selection;
• Monitor and report subcontract cost, schedule and status and recommend or implement corrective action as necessary;
• With the support of Global Trade Control specialists, ensure supplier activities are compliant with applicable regulatory trade control (export-import) requirements
• Participate in the development of process improvement initiatives and value for money opportunities;

About you

To be considered for the role you will have:

• Minimum 5-8 years' experience in supplier management and/or sourcing with exposure to procurement contract terms and conditions (highly desirable);
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract law (highly desirable);
• Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management to drive outcomes;
• Demonstrated experience in the Defence industry is desirable;
• Tertiary Education in Commerce, Law or Business or relevant experience (highly desirable);
• High level competency in written and oral communication and standard business tools and systems;
• An enthusiasm for working with suppliers and identifying new opportunities and relationships;
• The ability to work with cross functional teams;
• The ability to work autonomously to see projects and opportunities through to completion

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

What's on offer?

Boeing's success depends on developing and retaining top talent by creating an inclusive work environment where every teammate can perform at their best.

Our teammates are guided by a set of values and behaviours that define how we work together to fulfill the company's mission to protect, connect and explore our world and beyond:

• Safety & Quality: We prioritise safety and quality at every step, and take responsibility for our important mission.
• Trust: Become part of a team that builds lasting trust through integrity, transparency, and a commitment to customer priorities.
• People Focus: Experience a supportive culture where collaboration and respect empower us to achieve our shared mission together.
• Ownership: Embrace accountability and take pride in your work as we strive for excellence in delivering outstanding products and services.
• Innovation: Transform challenges into opportunities with your curiosity and creativity as we shape the future of aerospace.

If you are ready to take your career to new heights, click on the link and Apply Now

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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