Procurement Officer

Asc-Pty-Ltd; Osborne; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Parental leave

Job summary

ASC is Australia’s submarine company seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage end-to-end activities, source suppliers, and drive value through efficient purchasing. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver on time and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards.

The role emphasizes high-volume PO administration, governance, and supplier performance, supported by ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3 to 4 years' experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or related discipline.
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Commerce, or related field.
• Experience managing high-volume purchasing and purchase order administration.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building across all levels.
• Experience with suppliers and sourcing activities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Proactive and collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement and purchasing activities.
• Process and manage a high volume of purchase orders and supplier transactions.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and procurement needs.
• Source suppliers, obtain quotations, and support supplier evaluations to achieve value-for-money outcomes.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and support supplier performance activities.
• Assist with contract administration and supplier correspondence to support business requirements.
• Monitor procurement activities to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Manage reporting, spend analysis, and procurement governance initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor-level degree in Business/Supply Chain

Diploma in Commerce or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for managing procurement activities across an assigned category, including sourcing, purchasing, supplier engagement, purchase order management and contract administration. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure goods and services are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement and purchasing activities.
• Process and manage a high volume of purchase orders and supplier transactions.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and procurement needs.
• Source suppliers, obtain quotations, and support supplier evaluations to achieve value-for-money outcomes.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and support supplier performance activities.
• Assist with contract administration and supplier correspondence to support business requirements.
• Monitor procurement activities to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Manage reporting, spend analysis, and procurement governance initiatives.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Approximately 3 to 4 years' experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a related discipline.
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Commerce, or a related field.
• Experience managing high-volume purchasing activities and purchase order administration.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• Experience working with suppliers and supporting sourcing activities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to working within a team environment.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC's 2,500-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience that is unparalleled in Australia's defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.