Location:
Henderson, WA, AU, 6166
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Onsite or Hybrid:
Supply Chain Lead
Lead strategic sourcing and supplier performance across critical Defence programs.
Drive commercial outcomes and build high-value supplier partnerships.
Long-term career pathways in a global Defence and aerospace organisation.
About the Role
Due to continued growth, Babcock is seeking a Supply Chain Lead to join our team in Henderson WA, supporting the delivery of complex projects and programs across our Defence business.
Reporting to the Regional Supply Chain Operations Manager, this role is responsible for leading sourcing, contracting and supplier management activities that enable successful project delivery. You will play a critical role in ensuring procurement outcomes align with project schedules, commercial objectives and governance requirements while delivering value for money and managing risk.
As a trusted supply chain leader, you will oversee the development and execution of sourcing strategies, lead complex procurement activities, negotiate commercial agreements and manage the full contract lifecycle. You will work closely with Operations, Commercial and Program Delivery teams to ensure procurement and supplier strategies are integrated into project planning and execution.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement and supply chain professional who enjoys working in a dynamic project environment and wants to make a tangible impact across strategic Defence programs.
You will establish and maintain strong supplier and subcontractor relationships, implement supplier performance frameworks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement capability and business outcomes. Leading a small team, you will also provide coaching, development and support to procurement professionals while fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
Success in this role will come from your ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution, build strong stakeholder relationships, and deliver commercially sound procurement and contract solutions that support both immediate project requirements and longer-term business objectives.
About you
To Be Successful, You Will Bring
Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance.
Relevant qualifications in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Finance, Law, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end sourcing activities including market analysis, supplier selection, RFx processes, commercial negotiations and contract formation.
Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and performance frameworks, including addressing delivery, compliance and commercial issues.
Strong knowledge of contract management principles and commercial risk management within complex or project-based environments.
Experience developing sourcing strategies and delivering procurement outcomes that balance cost, quality, risk and schedule requirements.
Well-developed stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple business functions.
Experience leading, mentoring and developing procurement or supply chain professionals.
Membership of, or willingness to obtain membership with, a recognised professional body such as CIPS or ASCI.
Current Driver's Licence and White Card (or ability to obtain).
Your future at Babcock – what we offer you
Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.
Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer.
Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.
Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.
Who we are
Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.
Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission
So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.
Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.
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Job Req ID: 73428
