OverviewProcurement Manager position located in AU.
Onsite or Hybrid: Full time role with versatile work options that support your lifestyle and wellbeing.About the role: Babcock is seeking a Procurement Manager to join our Defence High Frequency Communications Program—an Australian sovereign capability delivering secure, long-range tactical and voice communications.
This is a nationally significant program that supports Defence operations across the country.Based at our Engineering and Technology hub in Abbotsford, you'll lead strategic procurement activities that shape how we engage with suppliers and manage our supply chain.
You'll work closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, develop procurement strategies, and drive sourcing events that deliver value and performance.
Your role will also involve managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with best practice and regulatory standards.This is a high-impact role where your commercial insight, stakeholder engagement skills, and strategic thinking will help strengthen Babcock's capability and support the growth of our Defence portfolio.
If you're ready to lead procurement in a complex, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.ResponsibilitiesLead strategic procurement activities and shape engagement with suppliers and the supply chain.Develop procurement strategies and drive sourcing events to deliver value and performance.Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.Ensure compliance with best practice and regulatory standards.Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and align procurement with organisational goals.Support Defence High Frequency Communications Program initiatives and contribute to national capability.Monitor market conditions and identify opportunities for cost savings and value optimization.QualificationsAustralian Citizenship with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
Degree in a business, procurement, or supply chain related discipline.Experience in strategic sourcing, category management and procurement.Experience in cross-functional projects/teams, delivering outcomes in a time-sensitive environment.Advanced influencing, communication, and negotiation skills.What we offerOur work life integration policy includes annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and more.Flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees balance work and home life.Career development supported by a capability framework and access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning, plus study leave.Access to beRewarded with discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel, and more, plus novated leasing options and a corporate shares plan.Wellbeing support through an online program (Munch, Mind, Move, Money), employee assistance program, and two wellbeing days per year.Participation in the weRecognise program to acknowledge outstanding work.Who we areBabcock International Group is an aerospace and defence company trusted to deliver bespoke, skilled engineering services for over a century.
We operate across Australia and New Zealand with teams of more than 1,600 people across defence, marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.Our programs in Australia and New Zealand include: emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services; submarine and surface ship systems design and support; through-life asset management for Navy customers; and asset management for various sectors.We invite you to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together by applying via the 'Apply Now' button below.Note: We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds; due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain Defence Security Clearance as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.This position may involve working with/export-controlled technology; compliance with ITAR and AU Defence Trade Controls Act will be assessed.Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks (reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications, right to work).
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📌 Procurement Manager
🏢 Babcock Mission Critical Services España
📍 Melbourne