Procurement Officer

At BAE Systems Australia
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- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
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We work in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY
We currently have a rewarding opportunity to join us as a Procurement Officer within our Maritime Acquisition Line of Business. You will be working with our Procurement Function where you will have the opportunity to learn and contribute to the support of the Royal Australian Navy. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for the procurement of goods to support the production of the Hunter Class Frigates. You will be working with a great team and have access to our 9-day fortnight. This role will be based out of our Osborne Shipyard in SA.

**Key responsibilities will include**:

- Monitor production material demand as ship design matures and place orders with suppliers accordingly;
- Work with the relevant contract manager to ensure that all purchase order and RFQs are in accordance with framework contract terms and conditions;
- Lead the request for quotes (RFQ) process with raw material and goods suppliers;
- Proactively manage product lead times in the procurement system;
- Collaborate with suppliers on forecast delivery dates, goods receipt, acceptance and payment;
- Collaborate with logistics on transportation solutions;
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure material is ordered to demand, technical and quality requirements;
- Manage complex purchase orders, including structuring in a manner which sequentially feeds production, provides visibility of lead times and delivery dates and efficient payment of suppliers;
- Contribute to long term procurement strategies for key material categories and the management of key supplier relationships;
- Expedite orders to accommodate changing production requirements

About YOU

**You'll have**:

- Demonstrated experience in Defence industry, a major project or production environment;
- Awareness of Contract Law principals;
- Demonstrated experience in procurement and/or supply chain with some exposure in development and negotiation of straightforward contracts
- Track record of positive problem solving;
- An ability to run reports and interpret data;
- Well organised, thorough and professional approach, together with a high degree of motivation, initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm
- Strong collaborative communicator with a ‘Self
- Starter' attitude and the ability to engage and influence effectively within a wide range of external/internal stakeholders and customers
- Proficient user of MS Office skills especially Word, Excel and Power Point
- Whilst not essential, degree qualification in supply chain management, commerce, law, project management or engineering or studying towards with a professional procurement qualification like MCIPS accreditation is desirable

About US
You will joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
Further information regarding security clearances.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.