The Opportunity
We are recruiting for a Supply Chain Contracts Manager for the Boeing MQ-28 Program. The MQ-28 is a new unmanned aircraft using artificial intelligence to extend the capabilities of manned and unmanned platforms, and represents Boeing's largest investment in an unmanned aircraft outside of the United States. It is designed to work as a smart team with existing military aircraft to complement and extend airborne missions, and is the first to be designed, engineered and manufactured in Australia in more than 50 years.
- Dynamic, innovative and like to think outside the square;
- Team orientated, influential and like a challenge;
- An advocate for diversity and inclusion and will be actively involved in leading change;
- An excellent communicator who can engage and motivate diverse and geographically dispersed teams;
- Outcome focused and demonstrates strong mentoring skills.
**Responsibilities**:
- Managing and executing the contracting strategy for the Well Camp Production Facility
- Leading the development of sourcing strategies for all Wellcamp Production Facility requirements
- Leading the creation and management of strategic supplier partnerships
- Managing the performance of the supply chain
- Integrating with stakeholders across the Boeing Autonomous Systems division, and teams in Australia and the US
Experience/Qualifications
- 10 years + experience in a strategic supply chain environment. Manufacturing and production experience desirable.
- Contracting experience with complex Design and Construct and Infrastructure Categories
- Tertiary or other formal qualifications and experience in a relevant field (desirable)
- Experience in senior roles within a matrix organisation (desirable)
- Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
Eligibility
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
You may require a Foreign Work Authorisation (FWA) to commence in this position. Please refer to the Department of Defence website to understand your personal obligations.
About us
As part of the global Boeing Company, Boing Defence Australia (BDA) employs over 2000 people at 14 sites across the country. We deliver world-class, innovative solutions for the support, maintenance, modification and upgrade of Boeing and non-Boeing aircraft; military aircrew training design and delivery; and the design, development and support of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, and Electronic Warfare (C4ISREW) solutions.
BDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women and people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent to be part of an organisation that promotes a diverse and safe workplace environment. For all of the Boeing Company's 160,000 people around the world, we offer outstanding benefits, flexible working arrangements and a supportive and safe workplace.
Boeing Defence Australia's Supply Chain Management (SCM) Capability provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage supply chain relationships, requirements, performance management and logistics for program execution and growth opportunities. SCM develops integrated supply chain networks and solutions to meet the evolving need of our customers, both in Australia and internationally.
- The SCM Capability is responsible for the following areas:
- Strategic planning, governance and procurement analytics,
- Requirements planning and forecasting,
- Supplier performance management, procurement and contracting, and
- Logistics and field service support.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
**Benefits**:
- Flexible working options
- Study assistance
- Salary packaging
- Employee Incentive Program
- Global opportunities