Category Lead

Vic, Melbourne
- Purchasing/Procurement
- 17162BR

**Job Highlights**

The Category Lead is responsible for leading and executing agreements for the IT Hardware and Software requirements for Australia and Asia Pac, including identifying opportunities for savings, supplier diversity and or operational efficiencies.

**About us**:
At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Execute according to the procurement processes including delivery, tracking orders, verifying delivery, approving payment, and maintaining necessary records, where necessary
- Liaise across multiple timezones to leverage the Lockheed Martin Corporate Agreements and work with International suppliers
- Work with the Legal team to verify correct terms and conditions to be used for Asia Pacific procurements
- Oversee other procurement activities outside main category as required

**About you**:

- Strong experience with executing IT Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) hardware and software agreements, inclusive of Software as a Service (Saas) agreements
- Experience with reviewing and negotiating End User Licence Agreements
- Abilities to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external
- Significant experience in driving savings and value for money to a business

**Special Requirements**:
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Employment may be contingent on the satisfactory result of criminal and/or other background screens, which require the collection and transfer of personal information.

**What we offer you**:
When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else. We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.
- Flexible work & Hybrid work options
- Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
- A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
- Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
- Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development

**Equal Opportunity Statement**
- Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.

**Vacancy Country**
- Australia

**Vacancy Type**
- Permanent

**Employee Type**
- Full Time

**Job Expires**
- 27/07/2025