Senior Procurement & Subcontract Officer

Job Description

Senior Procurement & Subcontracts Officer

Job Location: Edinburgh Parks, SA or Melbourne, VIC.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements including a 9-day fortnight – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

We are currently looking for a Senior Procurement & Subcontracts Officer to join our team based in Edinburgh Parks, SA or Melbourne, VIC.

This role is responsible for end-to-end procurement activities including material and services procurement ensuring that best value is obtained for the business while balancing costs, supplier risk, quality, and schedule. Maintaining effective relationships and engaging with key stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive approach. You will ensure adherence to contractual obligations through effective contract management.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight.

Core Duties:

• Supporting sourcing and contract management of subcontracts within a specific program.
• Support reporting on subcontract performance, risk, delivery, and quality against set targets.
• Managing supplier relationships, including regular engagement and escalation of performance concerns and risks.
• Responsibility for all project supplier metrics performance.
• Leading presentations and engaging with program management teams, IPTs, and other functional areas regarding subcontract/supplier approvals and performance issues.
• Building cross-functional relationships with project stakeholders to facilitate timely decision-making.
• Coordinating the supplier evaluation process and supporting sourcing recommendations.
• Maintaining awareness of external business environments, including economic, political, legal, demographic, social, competitive, global, and technological factors.

About You

• Relevant qualifications/ training will be highly regarded.
• Ability to interpret / understand technical drawings as a key requirement or desirable.
• Previous experience working in defence/distribution, project management is desirable.
• Ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside their immediate team, to implement business requirements.
• Well-developed self-management skills and demonstrated ability to work under their own initiative to deliver outputs to time, quality and cost.
• Ability to use good written and verbal communication skills is important to this role.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills.
• Intermediate MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information