Senior Procurement Specialist

About the role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist in Perth, WA, to lead full‑cycle procurement activities within a complex and dynamic environment supporting Australia’s submarine programmes.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies and sourcing plans that minimise risk and deliver best value‑for‑money outcomes.
• Lead cross‑functional teams through the end‑to‑end category and contract lifecycle, including scope development, budgeting and risk management.
• Manage key contracts in collaboration with contract owners, ensuring compliance and performance.
• Establish benchmarks and performance measures for sourcing activities to achieve efficiency, effectiveness and cost‑saving targets.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in commerce, law, supply chain or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in strategic procurement, category management and contract management within a complex environment.
• Strong project management, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Eligibility for National Police Clearance, Australian Defence Security Clearance and access to protected US defence technology.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MRP systems (IFS desirable).
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office suite.

What we offer

• Unique and challenging work contributing to national security.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for better work‑life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave each year.
• Generous parental leave and subsidised childcare.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, professional development opportunities and employee discounts.