Purchasing Officer | Leadership Position

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

About Australian Munitions

Our Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives, and munitions for defence and commercial use. With ongoing investment in research and development, we have made some of the world’s most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. Being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.

Our Benefits

Salary includes 8% Variable Compensation Payment and contributions to private health insurance

Primarily based on site - to have 1 WFM day a week once settled

Access to local subsidised gym memberships

Employee discounts with several affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)

Veterans Leave

Novated Lease options

Primary and Secondary Carers leave with no employment minimum

Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

Personal & professional training development opportunities

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What Success Looks Like:

This role will oversee a purchasing portfolio exceeding $50 million per annum and focus on how Thales provides value to customers, strengthening our ability to meet the service levels expected by internal and external customers. We receive demands by requisitions, ad hoc/projects, BPCS/MRPII reports, and enduring unprecedented demands for our products.

Working at our site in Benalla - Yorta Yorta land, your sole purpose is to

Select suppliers - with attention to price, delivery, past performance, adherence to specification, quality acceptance, national agreements and preferred suppliers.

Lead a small team managing the process for the Benalla and Mulwala locations.

Obtain and confirm required quotations and determine the likely source of supply.

Approve and refer approval of Purchase Orders and strive to achieve cost savings for all purchases.

Liaise with Stores and Finance Personnel regarding receipt, delivery and reconciliation.

To excel in this role, you will need:

A degree in Supply Chain or equivalent related qualifications (Preferred)

An Australian Citizenship – this position will need the ability to gain a Defence Clearance (of which we would sponsor)

Strategic and business analysis and writing skills

In addition, you might also hold

Confidence in making judgements to represent the company at high levels with customer organisations both nationally and internationally

Previous experience in the use of BPCs system

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress through the selection and assessment process.

Good to Know

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and, depending on the role type, medical checks as well.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances, please visit –

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Before the offer, you’ll complete a pre-employment police and medical check.

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