About the Opportunity
Manage supply chain activities for select business categories to ensure business level of service requirements are met and value for money is delivered. Supply chain activities will include the whole of life engagement with suppliers from sourcing to commercial engagement, management, and compliance. The position will be the subject matter expert for the categories and provide advice to internal stakeholders.
About Austal
Austal is Australia's global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor, and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world's leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.
Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We're driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.
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This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.
What's Involved
* Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with suppliers to service categories
* Continuous review of suppliers available in the market servicing the categories
* Continuous review of market conditions influencing categories
* Engage with internal stakeholders to identify business needs
* Identify areas of improvement in business practice, supplier engagement and or contract terms
* Control supplier engagement within the business, acting as single point of contact for commercial discussions
You'll Need
* Tertiary level qualifications in Procurement, Supply Chain, Contractual Law, or relevant area
* Ability to analyse procurement data and develop a supplier engagement strategy that delivers sustainable procurement practise
* Excellent influencing and negotiation skills
* Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills
* Working experience using procurement functions in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment
* 10+ years of Supply Chain/Procurement experience
* CIPS qualifications in category management
* Experience in the Defence or Maritime/Shipbuilding industry, or equivalent
Why Join Us?
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* A supportive and dynamic work environment.
* Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.
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