Purchasing Officer

Engineer, Engineering, ERP, Technology
Henderson, WA, AU, 6166
January 10, 2024
Full Time
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Job Description

  • Be part of something BIG!
  • Fixed term contract ending 30 June 2024
  • Engage with positive, supportive teams to deliver maintenance projects

 

REF:  SF 55464

 

About the role

A new opportunity has arisen for a Purchasing Officer (fixed term contract) to support the Strategic Procurement team in making short to medium term procurement decisions whilst minimising contract risk and maximising value for money.

As the Purchasing Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring all Standard Activity pricing is available for estimating work packages.  This will involve submitting, expediting, negotiating, and managing quoting packages with the Annual Work List over all programs.

 

What you will bring

  • Graduate Certificate or Degree;
  • Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Membership level or studying towards or Australian Supply Chain Institute (ASCI) Certified Course or working towards;
  • Intermediate or advanced Microsoft Excel and a desire to enhance skills on the job;
  • Intermediate IFS or another ERP system;
  • Current Motor Vehicle Driver’s Licence;
  • Must either hold, or be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance; and
  • Construction Induction Card (White Card) to attend site un-escorted, if required.

 

What we offer you

  • Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
  • We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;
  • We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
  • You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
  • Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
  • You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day.

 

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

  • Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
  • Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
  • Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
  • Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

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 Baseline 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.

The health and safety of our people, customers and communities is our number one priority.  To comply with public health orders or our customer requirements, some roles within the business will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to gain access to sites.  Please speak to us if you have any questions about this based on your individual circumstances.

 

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant

 

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