Supply Program Manager

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

**About the Role**

The Supply Program Manager (SPM) is responsible for developing and leading the procurement and AIC strategy for the specific program.

Reporting the Head of Supplier Program Manager, the SPM will function as an embedded member of the program leadership team and provide the program specific direction to the procurement team.

The SPM will be responsible for defining and leading the program’s supply chain schedule, KPIs and risks.
- The duties of a Supply Program Manager include but are not limited to:

- Defining the procurement strategy including AIC considerations for the given program. Lead the identification and scope definition for the key strategic suppliers, ensuring that the commodities are in the loop;
- Shaping and leading the supply chain schedule and ensuring that it is in line with the production schedule;
- Leading the development of demand forecast;
- Responsible for developing, monitoring and escalating procurement related KPIss;
- Leading the project procurement, commodity procurement teams and subcontracts team to ensure that all program suppliers are identified and contracted on time, quality and cost;
- Managing and leading the relationships with strategic partner/s and suppliers for the respective program and ensure a single voice from RDA; and
- Monitoring the program specific supplier engagement and ensure that any issues are resolved or escalated in a timely manner with internal stakeholders as required.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

**What are we looking for?**

Rheinmetall seeks applicants who exemplify our Company’s values of **Safety, Partnering, Openness, Respect and Trust**. This creates a workplace environment where employees value each other, live up to their promises and communicate openly.

The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering and/or business management;
- 5+ years’ experience implementing a variety of complex technical projects and/or procurement contracts;
- Experience in procurement function either as SPM or commodity buyer;
- Proactive attitude - a problem-solver;
- A people person, highly effective communications and team-building skills;
- Proven superior written and verbal communication skills; and
- Australian Citizen with the ability to attain a security clearance.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- Have a long weekend every second week with a 9 day working fortnight
- Working in a great team and with exciting products
- State of the art facilities with onsite subsidized cafeteria
- Internal incentive and referral program
- Opportunity for career development and further training
- Strong links to our global Rheinmetall community
- Opportunity to work on major projects such as LAND 400
- Attractive Remuneration package with salary sacrificing & novated leases
- Flexibility in workplace settings offering opportunities to work in multiple locations
- Corporate discounts with gyms, private health funds and various car dealerships
- Employee Assistance Program to support our employees and their families overall wellbeing

WHO WE ARE

Rheinmetall Defence Australia (RDA) is a major Defence company with operations across Australia and New Zealand delivering specialist Defence capability to the Australian Defence Force and New Zealand Defence Force. RDA is a subsidiary of Rheinmetall, a global technology group based in Dusseldorf, Germany. RDA is a trusted partner to the ADF through its three divisions - Vehicle Systems, Electronics Solutions and Weapon and Ammunition. RDA is rapidly growing its Australian footprint to deliver system solutions and capabilty to the ADF in the areas of mobility, lethality, reconnaissance, protection and sustainment.

Rheinmetall recognises the strength that comes with employee diversity. We are commited to providing an inclusive work environment where each employee is treated fairly and respectfully. Diversity is critical to our ability to work sucessfully as a team regardless of borders, language or culture. Our workforce includes employees of varying gender, age, race and ethnicity, professional and cultural background.
- As an integrated technology group with more than 25,000 employees worldwide, the listed Rheinmetall AG stands for a strong, internationally successful company that operates in various markets with an innovative range of products and services. As a renowned development partner and direct supplier to the global automotive industry and a leading international systems provider for security technology, Rheinmetall draws on its high level of expertise in its basic technologies to address long-term megatrends, identify viable new markets with high growth potential and develop innovative solutions for a safe and liveable future. The focus on sustainability is an integral part of Rheinmetall's strategy. The company aims to achieve CO2 neutrality by 2035.