Procurement Lead

Marand Precision Engineering; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Marand Precision Engineering is seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to own a mature supply chain supporting a critical Defence program. You will oversee cost, quality, delivery and continuity across the program lifecycle, working with internal teams and a broad supplier base.

The role requires a commercial mindset, proactive sourcing, and the ability to influence procurement strategy while managing supplier performance and risks across complex projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in Defence procurement.
• Experience in procurement, supply chain, project management or commercial roles within manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong supplier relationship, contract management and negotiation skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems and strong MS Office skills.
• A proactive mindset and ability to drive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and sourcing activities, including supplier evaluation and selection.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned to program requirements and budgets.
• Manage relationships across an established supplier network.
• Negotiate and administer supplier contracts and changes.
• Monitor supplier performance on cost, quality, delivery and compliance.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity.
• Plan procurement, issue purchase orders and manage supplier commitments.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues and drive improvements.
• Provide clear reporting on supply chain performance and supplier metrics.

Skills

Defence procurement

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiation

ERP systems

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Marand Precision Engineering - Moorabbin VIC

Take your career to new heights with Marand! Marand is a leading Australian engineering and manufacturing company that designs and builds complex equipment, tooling, and bespoke products for top-tier clients including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, BAE Systems, BHP, Rio Tinto, and Carbon Revolution.

We offer complete manufacturing solutions, from project management and design to installation, commissioning, ongoing support, and spare parts. Our team is known for successfully delivering complex technology transfers and supporting major defence and industrial programs both locally and internationally.

Marand is part of the ASDAM Group and is a leading sovereign defence, advanced manufacturing and sustainment company. It provides end-to-end capability across design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and sustainment. ASDAM includes Marand, TAE Aerospace, Rosebank Engineering, Levett Engineering and Quickstep.

Join Marand and be part of a company that values innovation, quality, and your career growth - all while working on exciting projects that make a real impact.

Your new role:

Marand is looking for an experienced Procurement Lead to take ownership of an established supply chain supporting a critical Defence program. This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in ensuring cost, quality, delivery and supply continuity throughout the program lifecycle.

You will be commercially minded, proactive and confident working across both internal teams and external suppliers.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, operations and a diverse supplier network, you will have the opportunity to influence procurement strategy, strengthen supplier performance and proactively manage supply chain risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead procurement and sourcing activities, including supplier evaluation, negotiation and selection.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned to program requirements, budgets and delivery schedules.
• Manage and strengthen relationships across an established supplier network.
• Negotiate and administer supplier contracts, including changes and commercial requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery and compliance.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity of supply.
• Manage procurement planning, purchase orders and supplier commitments.
• Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide clear reporting on supply chain performance, risks and supplier metrics.

About you:

As an ideal candidate you will have:

• 5+ years' experience in Defence procurement.
• Experience in procurement, supply chain, project management or commercial roles within manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong supplier relationship, contract management and negotiation skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems and strong MS Office skills.
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• A proactive mindset, with the initiative to identify issues, find solutions and drive outcomes.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in the supply chain of a significant Defence program, working across procurement, suppliers, engineering, manufacturing and operations. You'll have genuine ownership, exposure to complex supply chain challenges and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on program delivery.

If you're ready to take the lead on supply chain performance within a high-tech Defence manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Lead supply chain strategy and supplier performance across a major Defence program.