Description
Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the Australia Armed Forces, along with those of the U.S. and its Allies, to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
Job Description - (Fixed Term Role until 30 June 2027)
Primary Function
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing duties associated with the on-boarding of suppliers, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA), quoting, negotiation, selection, awarding and purchase order placement of indirect, production and aftermarket product, services, tooling, supplies or services in accordance with corporate policies and procedures and specific contract requirements.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Pricing
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Prepare Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Not-to-Exceed (NTE) and Rough order of Magnitude (ROM) pricing for the Commonwealth.
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Monitor commodity pricing, technological developments and general business trends.
Supplier Management
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Investigate potential suppliers for the supply of direct parts and repair services.
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Identify and action shortfalls in supplier base to support commodity requirements.
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Administer all supplier export and import requirements, including as required customs clearance (either directly or via a third party service provider)
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Expedite quotes and orders from suppliers to ensure delivery, quality and corporate KPIs are achieved.
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Evaluate technical drawings to determine suitable suppliers and initiate generation of supplier RFQ’s in ERP-Oracle.
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Evaluate repair quotes and teardown reports
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Evaluate/award quotations received from suppliers ensuring Corporate requirements are satisfied
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Manage supplier performance and drive resolution where required
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Investigate and ensure prompt processing of supplier issues
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Ensure all Trade Compliance requirements are considered and addressed in a timely manner
Administration / Data Entry
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Receipt of procurement requests (either via Oracle or Indirect Requisition).
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Convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders.
- Monitor SCM generic email inbox and distribute correspondence accordingly to SCM team members.
- Generate weekly and monthly SCM reports and provide to the appropriate GDLS PM
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Receipt and process all procurement correspondence.
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Prepare import and export permits.
- Assist with the preparation of SCM monthly reviews and weekly KPI report.
Position Requirements
Essential
- Strong and accurate verbal and written communication skills
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Administering all affairs between GDLS and suppliers (subcontractors). Ability to take lead and drive discussions and problem resolution.
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Cost analysis of proposals, proposal fact-finding, proposal negotiations, including cost, terms and conditions (T&Cs), and scopes of work (SOWs).
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Expediting and shortage management.
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Excellent attention to detail.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
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Demonstrated relevant procurement experience.
- Demonstrated experience dealing with export / import and trade compliance requirements
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Demonstrated use of initiative.
- Demonstrated problem solving skills with an ability to think outside of square.
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Ability to prioritise the workload and adapt to changing priorities.
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Ability to gain and maintain an Australian Security Clearance.
Job Qualifications
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Procurement experience with strong negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills, preferably within the Defence industry.
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Ability to read or learn technical drawings.
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Experience using Oracle or other ERP database, preferred
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Experience within the defence or manufacturing industry, preferred
What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
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Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and leave loading of 17.5%.
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Educational Assistance, Professional Memberships, professional development, study assistance.
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Flexible working on a 9-76 day fortnight (Monday-Friday)
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Competitive pay in addition to training and support provided on all vehicles, where applicable
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Workplace environment which promotes collaboration, safety and a positive work/life balance
GDLS-A is a proud supporter of veterans and welcomes those ex-serving and their families to apply.
GDLS-A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and those from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
