(C) Purchasing Planner
3 month contingent, with potential for full time. Hybrid working arrangements.
About The Role
In this role, you'll support the Purchasing Team by coordinating the subcontractor allocation process and helping shape short‐ to medium‐term procurement decisions. You'll play a key part in RFQ and tendering activities, maintain accurate pricing and procurement data, and ensure materials and services are planned effectively against program demand. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you'll help drive consistency, value for money, and adherence to Babcock's procurement processes across all programs.
About You
You're someone who thrives in a structured, fast‐paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively with multiple teams. You bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and confidence in managing data, RFQs, and supplier interactions. You're proactive, comfortable engaging with stakeholders, and committed to continuous improvement. Most importantly, you take pride in supporting safe, efficient, and value‐driven procurement outcomes.
Qualifications
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong computer skills
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve desired results
* Excellent attention to detail
* Intermediate or advanced Microsoft Excel and a desire to enhance skills on the job
* Intermediate IFS or another ERP system
* Minimum of 2 years' experience in Purchasing, Contract or Project Administration roles
* Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Eligibility to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance as defined in the AGSVA guidelines (Veterans are encouraged to apply)
* Compliance with US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 (exposure to U.S. and AU export‐controlled technology required)
Benefits
* Flexible start and finish times, mix of office and home working, or condensed working weeks.
* Attractive leave entitlements including wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave.
* Supportive and engaging environment with internal development programs, LinkedIn Learning access, and study leave.
* Discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and more through beRewarded; novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre‐employment checks, including reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work verification.
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. However, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible for the Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance as defined by AGSVA. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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