Procurement Specialist

• Work in a flexible and balanced environment.
• Be part of a positive, high-performing culture.
• Make a difference in a purpose-led organisation.
  
  

About the Role

Babcock is seeking driven and dynamic Procurement Specialists to support the continued growth of our Defence operations.

In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate closely with Procurement Managers and key stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies that align with business objectives, while ensuring excellence in service, compliance, and value for money.

You’ll lead sourcing activities within your category, manage end-to-end procurement processes, and cultivate strong supplier relationships to enhance performance. With a particular emphasis on partnerships with Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs), you’ll provide market insights that contribute to robust procurement strategies supporting the organisation's wider goals. Your expertise will also support procurement improvement initiatives, from conducting risk assessments to driving competitive supplier panel performance through RFQ processes.

Additionally, you'll negotiate supplier agreements, draft contract terms, and oversee the execution of RFx events to optimise value and elevate procurement metrics.

If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement excellence, we invite you to join a globally respected leader in the Defence sector and make your mark in a new role!

To be successful, you will bring:

• Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain).
• Graduate Certificate or Degree in a Business, Procurement, or Supply Chain related discipline.
• Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Membership level or studying towards.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrable commercial awareness. Able to demonstrate a passion for delivering commercially astute outcomes.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and build effective business relationships with diverse groups of people.
• An understanding of procurement strategy development.

What we offer you

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;

• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day.

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

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 an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed. 

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.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Job Req ID: 66005