Location:	Brisbane
Category:	Business Support
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1938365
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The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Supply Chain Subcontracts Team Lead for the Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat Supply Chain team. 

The MQ-28 Ghost Bat Program is developing and producing the world-leading MQ-28 Ghost Bat uncrewed Collaborative Combat Aircraft. Within the MQ-28 Program, the Supply Chain Management supports the Program with all aspects of supplier commercial management, including creating and managing contracts, managing our supplier pipeline and warehousing support, and managing the supply chains that underpin the successful execution of the program.

Reporting to the Manager - MQ-28 Subcontracts, the Subcontracts Team Lead supports and guides the Subcontracts team in strategic contracting activities, negotiations, and complex contracting matters. The successful candidate will also contribute their supply chain subject matter expertise into business strategy, partnering and product roadmap activities. This is a key Subcontracts execution management role and we are seeking applicants who possess the following attributes:

• Dynamic, innovative and like to think outside the box;
• Expertise in complex contract formation, negotiation and management;
• Team orientated, influential and enjoys a challenge;
• An excellent communicator who can engage and motivate diverse and geographically dispersed teams;
• Outcome focused and demonstrates strong mentoring skills;

Responsibilities

• Managing and executing the contracting strategy across the MQ-28 Subcontracts portfolio;
• Leading the development of sourcing strategies for all MQ-28 requirements;
• Leading the creation and management of strategic supplier partnerships;
• Managing the execution of the MQ28 Supply Chain Contracting Strategy;
• Integrating with stakeholders across the Boeing division, and teams in Australia and the US.

Experience/Qualifications

• 10 years + experience in a strategic supply chain environment. Manufacturing and production experience desirable;
• Contracting experience with complex contracting and negotiation;
• Tertiary or other formal qualifications and experience in a relevant field (desirable)
• Experience in senior roles within a matrix organisation (desirable)
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

About us

As part of the global Boeing Company, Boing Defence Australia (BDA) employs over 2000 people at 14 sites across the country. We deliver world-class, innovative solutions for the support, maintenance, modification and upgrade of Boeing and non-Boeing aircraft; military aircrew training design and delivery; and the design, development and support of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, and Electronic Warfare (C4ISREW) solutions.

BDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women and people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent to be part of an organisation that promotes a diverse and safe workplace environment. For all of the Boeing Company's 160,000 people around the world, we offer outstanding benefits, flexible working arrangements and a supportive and safe workplace.

The Organisation

Boeing Defence Australia's Supply Chain Management (SCM) Capability provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage supply chain relationships, requirements, performance management and logistics for program execution and growth opportunities. SCM develops integrated supply chain networks and solutions to meet the evolving need of our customers, both in Australia and internationally.

• The SCM Capability is responsible for the following areas:
• Strategic planning, governance and procurement analytics,
• Requirements planning and forecasting,
• Supplier performance management, procurement and contracting, and
• Logistics and field service support.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Benefits

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