Head of Supply Chain

Head of Supply Chain - Materials Management

Perform purposeful work of national significance
Execution of the logistics strategy for the Hunter Program
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, interesting and engaging work

At BAE Systems we are recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance to our customers and with this we are known for developing some of the most impressive careers.
We currently have rewarding opportunity for a Head of Supply Chain - Materials Management within our Maritime Australia line of business.
What this opportunity will mean for you?
- Performing purposeful work where your efforts are recognized in an environment enabling you to thrive
- World class career opportunities, as our biggest project is YOU Your success is our success
- Accessibility to flexible working arrangements that will provide you with balance and a lifestyle that fosters wellbeing
- Access to our competitive employee benefits program that are designed to better support you: Employee Benefits
- Being part of a workplace culture that is safe, inclusive and takes pride in their company values

**Your new role**:
Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, Maritime Acquisition, you will be responsible for execution of the Materials Management strategy for the Hunter Program and future maritime programs. This is a critical role that will deploy the operational strategy across materials planning, transport, warehousing and distribution, enabling a cost effective and continuous flow of materials into build programs
This high profile key role will ensure an end-to-end materials management lifecycle solution. From forecasting & planning, transportation, receipt, care and protection, accounting, pick kit and staging to dispatch and delivery, ongoing performance management of the Logistics lifecycle is paramount.
More specifically, you will
- Work closely with BAES Australia business, to develop synergies and optimise the materials flow across the ASC Shipbuilding and BAES business in country.
- Work closely with external business units and suppliers to agree touchpoints and hand over arrangements for the Hunter Class Frigate Programme.
- Develop, own and drive the overarching team delivery plan. Define measures, milestones, dependencies, key performance indicators and internal service delivery agreements to enable delivery.
- Deploy the warehouse for the program and oversee provision of the facility to coincide with build activity.
- Develop and deploy materials strategy within the shipyard to ensure materials / equipment's are delivered to work faces just in time, in accordance with the Hunter Program schedule.
- Commercial management and execution of logistic related sub-contracts (where appropriate), including management of supplier deliverables, contract change activities and fulfilment of documented deliverables.
- Performance manage people, process and suppliers (in the logistics space). Provision of sub-contracted facilities, including management and oversight of suppliers in terms of performance and budget.
- Work with planning to optimise the materials solution against the requirements of the schedule. Ensure system in place to track location of materials and confirm when fitted in the ship.
- Establish systems that provide continuous supply of consumable materials to the place of work.
- Programme and business review attendance as required, including logistics performance and financial information.
- Role model leadership behaviours and inspire excellence. Create the environment to positively embrace change.

About you

**As an applicant for this opportunity, you'll have**:

- Extensive experience in senior management role with warehousing and yard operations in a heavy and complex manufacturing environment including clear understanding of Defence security & Export Controls.
- Exceptional leadership and influencing skills with the ability to use multiple leadership styles to motivate performance and engage the workforce to manage through change.
- Proven experience in understanding of materials management lifecycle from demand to consumption.
- An ability to lead a large, dispersed and diverse team to achieve objectives and targets.
- Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain.

We believe in hiring for potential so if this role resonates with you, but you don't meet all the required criteria, we would still love to hear from you

**Clearances**:
As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearance.

**Our culture**:
You will be joining a culture that truly cares about your wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion is at the top of our agenda. We are striving to create an inclusive culture where the voices and talents of every individual are valued and everyone has a sense of belonging.
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