Strategic ERP Purchasing & ILS Officer

KBR; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place To Work

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Career development

Novated leasing

Employee stock purchase plans

Health insurance discounts

Job summary

KBR Careers in Sydney seeks a Supply Officer (ERP Purchasing, Codification Support) to manage day-to-day purchasing, codification, and cataloguing. The role supports ILS and lifecycle cost analysis, with a focus on reducing through-life costs and maintaining operational readiness. Baseline Defence clearance is required.

The ideal candidate will have Defence logistics experience, ERP knowledge, and the ability to manage supplier relationships while ensuring data accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Materiel Logistics or equivalent practical expertise.
• 5+ years’ experience in ILS or logistics engineering within Defence or a related technical industry.
• Strong knowledge of Defence logistics management systems, including ERP platforms.
• Understanding of Defence procurement processes, with exposure to SCPM and AMPs advantageous.
• Eligibility for ITAR clearance; Baseline Defence Security Clearance required as a baseline or higher.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement and sparing activities to align with lifecycle targets.
• Monitor procurement for engineering changes and escalate risks as needed.
• Manage inventory logistics, stock holdings, and supply-demand coordination.
• Address material shortages by sourcing alternatives and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Maintain accurate master data including ERP updates, stock codes and supplier details.
• Support lifecycle cost analysis and contribute ILS expertise to improve long-term supportability.
• Manage obsolescence, risk, configuration data, and disposal processes in compliance.

Skills

Procurement

ERP systems

ILS experience

Defence logistics

SCPM/AMPs familiarity

Education

Certificate IV in Materiel Logistics

Tools

ERP platforms

Job description

KBR Careers in Sydney seeks a Supply Officer (ERP Purchasing, Codification Support) to manage day-to-day purchasing, codification, and cataloguing. The role supports ILS and lifecycle cost analysis, with a focus on reducing through-life costs and maintaining operational readiness. Baseline Defence clearance is required.

The ideal candidate will have Defence logistics experience, ERP knowledge, and the ability to manage supplier relationships while ensuring data accuracy and compliance.