Procurement Officer

Procurement Officer

About the role

Babcock is seeking a talented and experienced Procurement Officer to join a growing team and play a pivotal role in managing Defence strategic upstream activity. If you are a seasoned professional with a passion for building supplier relationships and driving best practices, we want to hear from you.

As a Procurement Officer at Babcock, you will be responsible for managing the Defence strategic upstream activity. Your role will involve facilitating the development of supplier relationships through best practices aligned with Babcock's business objectives.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire spectrum of procurement activities. This includes conducting comprehensive contract negotiations with both existing and potential suppliers and driving the RFQ/RFI/RFT process. You will play a crucial role in developing, supporting, and monitoring key initiatives aimed at achieving maximum savings and benefits for the organization. Regular assessments and reviews of key suppliers will be conducted to ensure optimal performance. Building and nurturing strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders are integral aspects of this position.

You will bring
 

• Proven commercial acumen and negotiator.
• Thorough understanding of category management, supply chain mechanisms, and risk assessment.
• Understanding of contract law, ideally ASDEFCON.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Analytical skills, with decision-making based on detailed analysis and interpretation of complex data.
• Pro-active, resourceful, and able to prioritize competing demands.
• Clear track record of compliance to high ethical standards and codes of conduct.
• Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain).

Desirable:

• Technical, procurement, or commercial knowledge of assets, goods, and services applicable to maintenance, repairs, or overhauls of equipment.
• Tertiary qualifications in procurement/supply chain, technical, financial, or commercial degree.

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 NV1 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.

The health and safety of our people, customers and communities is our number one priority.  To comply with public health orders or our customer requirements, some roles within the business will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to gain access to sites.  Please speak to us if you have any questions about this based on your individual circumstances.

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Job Req ID: 55397