Strategic Procurement Lead for Defence & Submarine Programs

Asc; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave

Parental leave

Childcare subsidy

Wellbeing program

Professional development

Diversity-friendly

Brand discounts

Job summary

ASC in Osborne, SA, seeks an experienced Procurement Lead to shape and deliver strategic procurement across a complex defence program. You will lead sourcing, contracting, and supplier relationships to secure strong commercial outcomes.

You will develop SCM plans, manage risks, and mentor the procurement team, partnering with stakeholders to meet timelines, budgets and governance requirements in a high-security environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in procurement or supply chain roles, preferably defence/manufacturing.
• Experience establishing and managing major project contracts, including commercial negotiations and contract law.
• Knowledge of procurement practices, contract management, IP, insurance and warranties.
• Strong project management, ability to handle multiple activities to timelines and budgets.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and supply chain strategies aligned to program requirements.
• Lead sourcing, subcontract management, category management and purchasing activities across the scope.
• Lead complex contract negotiations and prepare supporting approvals and commercial documentation.
• Support the development and implementation of Supply Chain Management Plans and mobilisation deliverables.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and industry partners.
• Identify procurement risks and ensure governance and regulatory compliance.
• Provide procurement advice to leadership and support program reporting.
• Mentor and develop procurement team members, fostering high performance.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Contract negotiations

Strategy development

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Education

Commerce / Law / Supply chain degree

Job description

ASC in Osborne, SA, seeks an experienced Procurement Lead to shape and deliver strategic procurement across a complex defence program. You will lead sourcing, contracting, and supplier relationships to secure strong commercial outcomes.

You will develop SCM plans, manage risks, and mentor the procurement team, partnering with stakeholders to meet timelines, budgets and governance requirements in a high-security environment.