Subcontracts Specialist – Manufacturing, Capital Assets & Machinery

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the sea bed to outer space, you’ll learn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world. Find your future with us.

We’re embarking on a highly exciting journey in 2023 and as a result of our continued success, we are currently seeking a Subcontracts Specialist – Manufacturing, Capital Assets & Machinery to join our advanced manufacturing site located in Port Melbourne on a full-time permanent basis.
 

Our successful team member will enjoy a range of benefits and will be a highly valued member of our Procurement Contracts team.

This role would be suitable for individuals with Project Management or Finance backgrounds looking to develop a long-term career in Supply Chain.

About our benefits:

• Work on cutting edge projects
• Attractive remuneration plus performance-based incentives
• Additional annual leave day
• Strong career opportunities
• Access to Boeing Discount Program – an exclusive retail and services discount marketplace             
• Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
• Salary packaging options available
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program
• Join community and social groups

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute category strategies including negotiation and contracting plans
• Lead end-to-end procurement activities and contractual negotiations that directly impact our financial success
• Liaise and integrate with stakeholders including finance, prepare required reporting and analysis to deliver the expected outcomes
• Source and select suppliers to our business and preparing and executing short term and long-term contracts
• Collaborate with internal and external customers and suppliers to resolve contractual issues
• Develop strategic solutions and implement continuous improvement opportunities

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience):

• Experience in full contract lifecycle procurement is essential, ideally in a manufacturing or similar environment
• Experience working with metallics or flexible sealing systems is desired
• Skills obtained in Project Management or Finance is desired
• Experience tendering RFP process through negotiation to contract award
• Effective problem solving, negotiation and decision-making skills
• Strong business acumen with the ability to develop and implement long term category strategies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Experience developing positive internal and external relationships
• High level competency in written and oral communication and standard business tools and systems (MS Office, Excel and SAP or similar ERP system preferred)
• Applicants must have full unrestricted working rights in Australia

Additional Information:
 

This is a Non EBA IJC HAACX3 position.  The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks and a 6-month probationary period.

About us:

The Boeing Aerostructures Australia (BAA) supply chain and fulfilment team support both direct and indirect procurement for the BAA site.

We manage over 50 direct suppliers and a range of commodities including metallics, plastics, seals, composites and raw materials. With over 250 indirect suppliers responsible for supporting all the factory requirements including Operations, Facilities, HR, Quality, Environmental Health and Services as well as IT. Our team ensures orders are raised on time, received on time and the supplier is managed against all key deliverables including: safety, quality, delivery, cost and innovation.

BAA has a well-integrated global supply chain with suppliers located in Asia, Europe, the USA and of course Australia. Our warehouse is home to over 10,000 part numbers which are received, put away and kitted to support the production line.

At Boeing Aerostructures Australia, we are committed to creating an inclusive and incident and injury free workplace, where employees can realise their career goals and make a positive contribution to Boeing’s success.

If this role is you and you’re excited by the opportunity to be part of building something amazing, we welcome your application.

Boeing has implemented a new COVID-19 Vaccination Policy in Australia that requires all new Boeing Australia hires to show proof of being fully vaccinated from COVID-19, or have an approved medical exemption.

Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award
Schedule
Full time