Purchasing Specialist

• Permanent full‑time role based in Abbotsford, Melbourne.
• Be part of a collaborative, high‑performing procurement team.
• Be part of a company delivering critical national capability

About the Role

We’re continuing to grow across the region and are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to join our team in Abbotsford, Victoria. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this role is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build their procurement career within a high‑performing, supportive team environment.

You’ll play an important role in keeping our projects moving by undertaking all required operational procurement activities  and assist with the delivery of sourcing and contract management activities. Working closely with experienced team members, you’ll apply your foundational procurement and supply chain knowledge to support procurement execution, supplier engagement and contract administration. A key part of the role involves using the IFS ERP system to manage day‑to‑day purchasing transactions, while also contributing to sourcing plans, market research, supplier analysis and the preparation of procurement documentation.

You’ll help maintain accurate reporting, support contract status tracking, and ensure all procurement activity aligns with Babcock’s standards and our Procurement and Supply Chain management principles. The role also works collaboratively with program project managers, quality, commercial, trade controls and other internal teams, providing support where needed and helping to resolve routine supplier queries. There’s also the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement by helping refine our tools, templates and processes.

If you’re looking for a role where you can grow your capability, work with experienced procurement professionals and play a meaningful part in delivering critical projects, this is a great next step.

To be successful, you will bring

• Australian Citizen with a Defence Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain).
• Relevant qualifications in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Finance, Commerce, Logistics and Operations Management or related areas and/or suitable experience that provides similar competencies.
• Previous  experience in procurement, ideally within project-based or complex operational environments.
• Demonstrated experience in running sourcing exercises (RFQ/RFI/RFT), negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.
• Familiarity with Category Management frameworks, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), and Supplier Performance Management (SPM).
• Experience supporting contract formation, negotiation, and lifecycle management, including risk identification and mitigation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience collaborating across procurement, operations, and commercial teams.

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you 

• Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.  
• Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer. 
• Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave. 
• Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan. 
• As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company. 

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks.  These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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Job Req ID: 73075