Strategic Procurement Lead — End-to-End Sourcing & Contracts

Austal Ships; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Career advancement

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Austal Ships is seeking a Strategic Procurement Lead to manage a broad portfolio of procurement activities across goods, services, and minor construction contracts. You will oversee sourcing, tenders, supplier engagement, and contract management to ensure value for money and adherence to compliance.

Two direct reports will report to you: an Operational Procurement Lead and a Category Specialist. You will provide expert advice to internal stakeholders, drive continuous improvements in procurement

Qualifications

• Tertiary-level qualifications in procurement, supply chain, contractual law, or a similar field.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience working in a computerised ERP environment, preferably IFS.
• 10+ years of supply chain/procurement experience.
• Experience in an engineering/manufacturing or equivalent business.
• CIPS qualifications in supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Provide expert advice and strategic insights to optimise procurement practices.
• Analyse market trends, supplier landscapes, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on procurement planning and performance.
• Oversee the procurement process from sourcing to supplier engagement.
• Manage day-to-day contract management, ensure compliance and resolve issues.
• Manage end-to-end tender processes and maintain supplier relationships.

Skills

Influencing skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

ERP experience (IFS)

Procurement leadership

Education

Procurement / Supply Chain degree

CIPS qualifications

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

Austal Ships is seeking a Strategic Procurement Lead to manage a broad portfolio of procurement activities across goods, services, and minor construction contracts. You will oversee sourcing, tenders, supplier engagement, and contract management to ensure value for money and adherence to compliance.

Two direct reports will report to you: an Operational Procurement Lead and a Category Specialist. You will provide expert advice to internal stakeholders, drive continuous improvements in procurement