Location:	RAAF Base Amberley
Category:	Business Support
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1865496
Attachments:	No File Attached
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About us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Subcontracts Specialist to support a world-class fixed-wing strike fighter program, the Australian Super Hornet. With the support of industry experts and working as part of a cross functional team the successful candidate will draw from previous experience to ensure effective market engagement and subcontract management. This role is based in Amberley Queensland.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate and manage a broad range of commercial agreements including NDAs, development, manufacturing and support services contracts and contract variations.
• Provide advice to project managers and other business stakeholders on all subcontracting activities related to your program of work.
• Liaise with Legal, Functional, Engineering and Commercial stakeholders.
• Develop procurement strategies and priorities and lead their delivery through strong stakeholder relationships and understanding program requirements.
• Conduct complex approach to market activities (RFx), analyse and evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate supplier deviations to subcontract provisions and recommend final supplier selection.
• Monitor and report subcontract cost, schedule and status and recommend or implement corrective action as necessary.
• With the support of Global Trade Control specialists, ensure supplier activities are compliant with applicable regulatory trade control (export-import) requirements.

Experience/Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in supplier management and/or sourcing with exposure to procurement contract terms and conditions (highly desirable).
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract law (highly desirable).
• Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management to drive outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in the Defence industry is desirable.
• Tertiary Education in Commerce, Law or Business or relevant experience (highly desirable).
• High level competency in written and oral communication and standard business tools and systems.
• An enthusiasm for working with suppliers and identifying new opportunities and relationships.
• The ability to work with cross functional teams.
• The ability to work autonomously to see projects and opportunities through to completion
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

Culture

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-Defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Flexible working options
• Study assistance
• Salary packaging
• Employee Incentive Program
• Global opportunities

How to apply

View the full Position Description and apply now.

Find out more about Boeing Defence Australia here.