Procurement Officer

PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Join Saab Australia (Saab) and help shape the future of defence, security and cyber technology.

For more than 35 years, Saab Australia has been a leading provider of defence, civil and security solutions, with an enduring purpose to keep people and society safe. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to deliver innovative, world-class solutions that support critical operations across Australia’s defence and security industries. From cyber security and communications to advanced defence systems and mixed reality technologies, our teams work on meaningful projects that make a real impact.

If you're looking for challenging work, cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer

At Saab Australia, we recognise that meaningful work is just one part of a rewarding career. We support our people with benefits that enhance wellbeing, flexibility and financial security, including:

• Up to 6 weeks leave
• 14% employer superannuation contribution
• Free Income Protection Insurance

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

The role

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Specialist is responsible for providing proactive and timely procurement support across Saab's projects, business lines and corporate functions. Working closely with project teams, suppliers and key stakeholders, you will support the delivery of strategic sourcing, commercial procurement and supplier management activities that contribute to successful project outcomes.

This role plays an important part in ensuring procurement activities deliver value for money, minimise risk and support project delivery. You will assist with procurement strategy development, sourcing activities, tender evaluations, contract administration and supplier engagement while contributing to the continuous improvement of procurement practices across the organisation.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Support end-to-end procurement activities across complex projects and programs
• Develop and implement procurement plans and sourcing strategies
• Undertake market analysis, tender evaluations and supplier selection activities
• Negotiate and administer supplier agreements, contracts and purchase orders
• Provide procurement advice to project teams and key stakeholders
• Manage supplier relationships and support supplier performance outcomes
• Contribute to procurement governance, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role after discussion with the manager.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Experience supporting procurement activities within Defence, engineering, construction or complex project environments
• Understanding of Australian contract law and commercial contracting principles
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing commercial relationships
• Experience preparing and administering purchase orders, subcontracts and supplier agreements
• Knowledge of contemporary procurement methodologies, supply chain practices and risk management
• Experience procuring from international suppliers and working with INCOTERMS
• Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Business, Procurement or a related discipline

Highly regarded:

• Knowledge of ASDEFCON and Australian Defence procurement frameworks
• Understanding of export control requirements across Australia, the US, UK and Sweden
• Experience using enterprise systems such as IFS Cloud and SharePoint
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial analysis

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to baseline/NV1/NV2 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

What you will be part of

• Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.
• Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
• The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. . Learn more about Saab here.
• We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.

Applications

• To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by clicking 'Apply'.
• By submitting your application, you consent to Saab Australia's pre-employment screening process, which may include reference checks, Australian Federal Police checks, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening, and a pre-employment medical declaration.
• Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex-service personnel, veterans and their families.
• We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.