ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.
Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Procurement Manager to play a key leadership role in delivering procurement excellence across ASC's Submarine Sustainment Programs. This position offers the opportunity to influence critical business outcomes through strategic sourcing, category management, contract management and supplier engagement within a complex and highly regulated defence environment.
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will lead the development and execution of procurement strategies that support ASC's operational and sovereign capability objectives. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers and industry partners to drive commercial outcomes, manage procurement risk, strengthen supplier relationships and ensure procurement activities are delivered in line with governance and compliance requirements.
Based in Henderson, Western Australia, this role leads a team of procurement professionals and is responsible for building a high-performing procurement function that delivers value, supports program success and contributes to ASC's long-term strategic goals.
Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of procurement and supply chain strategies across ASC's Multi Class Services programs.
- Develop and implement category management, sourcing and subcontract management plans.
- Manage complex contract establishment, negotiation and ongoing contract performance.
- Drive procurement governance, compliance and reporting activities.
- Identify, assess and mitigate procurement and supply chain risks.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, government stakeholders and internal business partners.
- Lead, coach and develop a high-performing procurement team.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, systems and performance.
- Ensure procurement activities align with sovereign capability and enterprise supply chain objectives.
About you
You are a strategic procurement leader with extensive experience operating in complex commercial environments. You bring strong commercial acumen, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills and a proven ability to lead teams and deliver results.
- Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Law, Supply Chain or a related discipline.
- CIPS qualification (or equivalent postgraduate qualification).
- Minimum 10 years' experience in a senior supply chain or procurement role within defence, manufacturing, resources or similarly complex industries.
- Demonstrated expertise in major contract negotiations, contract establishment and contract management.
- Strong knowledge of procurement law, commercial risk, intellectual property, warranties and insurance considerations.
- Proven project management capability and a commitment to ethical and transparent procurement practices.
- Experience using procurement technologies, e-tendering platforms and contract management systems.
- Strong leadership skills, with the capability to inspire and guide team members while fostering a high-performance culture.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to resolve complex procurement and contract management challenges.
- Balances customer focus with strategic thinking, developing procurement and category strategies that deliver long-term value for internal and external stakeholders.
Eligibility
This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.
Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.
To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
Benefits
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
About ASC
Established in 1985, ASC’s 2500-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.
Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.
