Procurement Specialist

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Edithburgh, South Australia, AUS
In-Office
Mid level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Manage end-to-end procurement for assigned programs, including supplier selection, sourcing, purchase orders, contract administration, delivery expediting, discrepancy resolution, supplier performance monitoring, compliance, recordkeeping, and reporting. The role also supports procurement process improvements and requires collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers within the P-8A Sustainment Program.
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Location:
RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1940869
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About us
Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.
Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.
The opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a mid-level Procurement Specialist to join the P-8A Sustainment Program based at RAAF Base Edinburgh. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, execute tactical sourcing activities and support process improvements to ensure timely, cost effective delivery of goods and services in alignment with program objectives.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage end-to-end procurement for assigned programs;
  • Conduct supplier selection and evaluation; maintain supplier performance metrics;
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements;
  • Track purchase orders, expedite deliveries, resolve discrepancies, and manage orders;
  • Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and reporting in the procurement system

Experience/Qualifications:
  • 3-5 years of procurement, sourcing, or supplier management experience;
  • Demonstrated experience with RFQs/RFPs, issuing purchase orders, contract management, and supplier performance monitoring;
  • Proficient with procurement/ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle) and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills;
  • Results-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines;
  • Collaborative team player who builds strong supplier and internal relationships;
  • Problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset

Please outline in your application your experience and current accesses in Defence logistics management systems.
What's on offer?
BDA provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage aircraft design, repair and continuing airworthiness capabilities supporting program execution and growth opportunities. Forward looking, BDA has developed a Capability Plan to meet our Defence customers' evolving needs, both in Australia and internationally.
Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.
Other benefits:
  • Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
  • Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
  • Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
  • Formal reward and recognition program.
  • Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
  • Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
  • Salary packaging options available.
  • Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Social and community groups.

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.
Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.
If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Skills Required

  • 3-5 years of procurement, sourcing, or supplier management experience
  • Experience with RFQs and RFPs
  • Experience issuing purchase orders
  • Experience with contract management
  • Experience monitoring supplier performance
  • Proficiency with procurement or ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
  • Strong supplier and internal relationship-building skills
  • Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
  • Experience and current access in Defence logistics management systems

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