Purchasing Specialist

• Permanent fulltime role based in Henderson Western Asustralia.
• Be part of a collaborative highperforming procurement team.
• Be part of a company delivering critical national capability

Were continuing to grow across the region and are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to join our team in Henderson WA. Reporting to the Procurement Manager this role is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build their procurement career within a highperforming supportive team environment.

Youll play an important role in keeping our projects moving by undertaking all required operational procurement activities and assist with the delivery of sourcing and contract management activities. Working closely with experienced team members youll apply your foundational procurement and supply chain knowledge to support procurement execution supplier engagement and contract administration. A key part of the role involves using the ERP system to manage daytoday purchasing transactions while also contributing to sourcing plans market research supplier analysis and the preparation of procurement documentation.

Youll help maintain accurate reporting support contract status tracking and ensure all procurement activity aligns with Babcocks standards and our Procurement and Supply Chain management principles. The role also works collaboratively with program project managers quality commercial trade controls and other internal teams providing support where needed and helping to resolve routine supplier queries. Theres also the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement by helping refine our tools templates and processes.

If youre looking for a role where you can grow your capability work with experienced procurement professionals and play a meaningful part in delivering critical projects this is a great next step.

To be successful you will bring

• Australian Citizen with a Defence Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain).
• Relevant qualifications in Procurement and Supply Chain Management Finance Commerce Logistics and Operations Management or related areas and/or suitable experience that provides similar competencies.
• Previous experience in procurement ideally within project-based or complex operational environments.
• Demonstrated experience in running sourcing exercises (RFQ/RFI/RFT) negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• Familiarity with Category Management frameworks Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and Supplier Performance Management (SPM).
• Experience supporting contract formation negotiation and lifecycle management including risk identification and mitigation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience collaborating across procurement operations and commercial teams.

Your future at Babcock what we offer you

• Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you this could mean flexible start and finish times a mix of office and home working or even condensed working weeks.
• Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave volunteer leave paid parental leave defence reservist leave and we are proud to be a Work180 Top 101 endorsed employer.
• Babcocks supportive and engaging environment coupled with our capability framework aims to advance your career with internal development programs self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.

• Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail health entertainment travel and much more plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
• As a principles driven organisation our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind Collaborate Be Curious Think Outcomes Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130 year global heritage of Babcock International Group a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of 1800 experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available affordable and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission.

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.

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Job req # 73426

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 an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance as defined in the AGSVA guidelines. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

This position requires working with or exposure to US and AU export controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed.

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.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Job req # 73426