Procurement Specialist – Facilities & Infrastructure

About the role

BAE Systems Australia is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join its Facilities and Infrastructure team in Adelaide. You will manage contracting arrangements with suppliers to meet cost, schedule, quality and safety targets while supporting the nation‑building AUKUS submarine program.

Key responsibilities

• Proactively manage supplier performance against contract schedules, costs and quality.
• Support supplier evaluation and provide sourcing recommendations.
• Lead procurement activities for bids and tenders, ensuring clear requirements and commercial terms.
• Negotiate and finalize Supplier Agreements and purchase orders in line with procedures and Delegations of Authority.
• Identify and mitigate supplier risks, including supply‑chain vulnerabilities.
• Engage with key suppliers to improve capability and efficiency.

Required profile

• Australian citizen eligible for defence security clearance.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Ability to develop robust supplier sourcing strategies.
• Degree in an engineering or commercial discipline (desirable).
• Professional procurement qualification such as MCIPS (desirable).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements, including a 9‑day fortnight and hybrid working.
• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact national defence project.
• Career growth within a leading global defence contractor.