This company is a world leader in the design, manufacture and operation of diving and underwater systems. It provides defence customers with complete submarine escape, rescue and abandonment solutions.

About the role
We’re seeking a process driven, detailed oriented Senior Procurement Officer to join a high performing team. Leading a small team and reporting into the Business Operations Manager, this role is responsible for the delivery of a centralised procurement function for the company. The successful candidate will be an experienced procurement professional who is looking for their next step in their career.

Primary duties include:

• Supporting the business line to determine requirements and design procurement plans
• Be the focal point for ensuring all global processes are followed and adapted to suit the Australian business.
• Generate work orders / sales orders and ERP parts for the business lines.
• Provide Business Operations Manager with monthly report on open orders, stock and freight.
• Develop and implement process with Business line to ensure that stock is considered before purchasing additional materials.
• Support and eventually lead the negotiations for more suitable agreements and frameworks with critical suppliers.
• Negotiate with suppliers, including price and delivery on items being purchased to receive the best value for the company.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Membership of CIPS or equivalent (or working towards same) desirable
• Hands on experience of working with ERP systems, including materials planning preferred
• 5+ years previous experience in a supply chain role.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
• Extensive knowledge of vendor sourcing and supply chain processes and procedures.

On Offer:

• Join a team of people who are passionate about their job.
• Contribute to a growing and successful business with a fascinating order book.
• Healthy work life balance with options for flexible work arrangements, including compressed working week (half day on Friday) and varied start and finish times.
• Competitive remuneration
• Wellbeing programs – employee assistance program to support you and your family with counselling and support.
• Weekly fruit baskets to keep hunger at bay on busy days.
• Free on-site parking.
• Generous COVID leave entitlements.

LHS 297508 #2672582