Procurement Lead

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines - the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

**About the Opportunity**

New career opportunity based in Henderson, WA. Reporting to the Procurement Manager you will manage strategic procurement activities to develop supply chain capability and capacity to support SSN sustainment, whilst also managing activities within the supply chain to support Collins Class. This position will develop, deliver or support business critical category strategies and related sourcing activities through proactive engagement with key business stakeholders and the external market to ensure value for money outcomes.

The role is responsible for leading engagement with strategic suppliers and undertaking contracting and procurement activity at all levels including defining strategic sourcing strategies, project strategies, schedule planning, coordinating contracting and procurement activities ensuring value for money and delivery on time while managing subcontractor risk.

**Responsibilities**
- Sourcing process to run a competitive or sole source process to down select a preferred supplier to conduct negotiations.
- For new contracts and significant variations, prepare a negotiation plan that clearly sets the best case to worst case negotiated outcomes.
- Seek review and approval of the negotiation plan. Conduct negotiations using project/SME representatives. Keep stakeholders informed of progress and use an escalation pathway as needed.
- At all times (in negotiations or to resolve any dispute) engage with the Procurement leadership and the project leadership groups to keep them informed of progress, seek their advice and input as required.
- Provide good governance to ensure the supplier is performing as required in accordance with the contract(s) or Purchase Order(s) (as applicable), support the project teams to confirm timely delivery of goods/services including deliverables.
- Manage change requests submitted by the supplier(s).

**About you**

Tertiary qualification in commerce, law, supply chain or related.
- In-depth knowledge of category management, strategic sourcing and contracting principles and best practices.
- Strong negotiation skills for use in large and / or complex deals.
- Significant knowledge of contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal risk.
- Knowledge of enterprise risk management
- Minimum of 10 years demonstrated experience in a relevant Supply Chain role in a defence, manufacturing, or resource environment_._
- Eligible for membership of (CIPSA) Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Australia
- Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and other business value through the development and implementation of sourcing strategy and plans.
- Possesses project management skills to manage sourcing projects to agreed timelines and budget restraints.

**Eligibility**

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

**Benefits**
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

***About ASC**

Established in 1985, ASC’s 1900-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submar