Procurement Officer

Job description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

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 have an exciting opportunity as a Procurement Officer to join our Maritime business based in Adelaide. This is a fixed term position until 31st May 2026.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight

As a Procurement Officer you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement activities including material and services procurement ensuring that best value is obtained for the business while balancing costs, supplier risk, quality, schedule and maintaining effective relationships and engaging with key stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Aid the procurement elements of bids and tenders ensuring robust definition of requirements and commercial terms
• Support the supplier evaluation process and support sourcing recommendations on behalf of the business
• Support the development of robust supplier sourcing strategies for the business
• Proactively manage the performance of suppliers to achieve the requirements of the contract from a schedule, cost and quality perspective, developing and embedding the relevant KPIs
• Lead supplier negotiations and finalise Supplier Agreements and purchase orders in accordance with set procedures and Delegations Of Authority

About YOU

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field is desirable.
• Defence industry experience would be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement or supply chain.
• Familiarity and experience in the development and negotiation of contracts with key suppliers.
• Ability to effectively manage stakeholder expectations and deliver on commitments.
• Previous experience with Aveva and/or Oracle will be highly regarded.
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be 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.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families.  We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please

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.