Purchasing Officer

4 weeks ago

City of Melbourne, Australia Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full time

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Purchasing Officer to join our team in Melbourne on a part-time basis, providing vital procurement and logistics support within the Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV) Branch.

This role will see you directly contributing to the acquisition and sustainment of critical Defence capabilities, working across a diverse supply chain that includes armoured vehicle systems, subsystems, spare parts, tooling, test equipment and sustainment products.

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end procurement processes in line with Commonwealth and Defence procurement policies.

- Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases and international sourcing requirements.

- Engage with OEMs, local industry partners and global suppliers to ensure the delivery of equipment, parts and services that support AFV programs.

- Procure and track items such as vehicle protection systems, electronic components, mobility subsystems, repair parts, consumables and specialist test equipment.

- Contribute to logistics and ILS activities, supporting schedule alignment, budget tracking and supplier performance management.

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure continuity of supply.

Ideal Candidate

- Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Logistics or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).

- Minimum 3-5 years' procurement experience, ideally within Defence or a highly regulated sector.

- Demonstrated knowledge of Defence procurement frameworks, FMS processes and international trade compliance.

- Strong negotiation, analytical and contract management skills.

- Proficiency in procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

- Current NV1 Security Clearance (mandatory).

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

What we will offer you

- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work

- Flexible working

- Competitive salary (including annual reviews)

- Paid parental leave

- Income protection

- Corporate rewards

- Salary packaging/Novated leasing

- Employee stock purchase plans

- Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance

- Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you/'re ready to shape tomorrow, let/'s get started. Apply Now

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies

KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes, or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.

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