Subcontracts Specialist

Job Description

Subcontracts Specialist

Location: HENDERSON, WA OR MELBOURNE, VIC

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:

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for establishing, awarding, and managing appropriate contracting arrangements with capable suppliers to meet the organisation’s cost, schedule, quality, and safety objectives. Through effective supplier relationship and performance management, the role ensures value is maximised while risks are minimised.

Core Duties:

• Proactively manage the performance of suppliers to achieve the requirements of the contract from a schedule, cost and quality perspective, developing and embedding the relevant KPIs.
• Aid the procurement elements of bids and tenders ensuring robust definition of requirements and commercial terms.
• Support the supplier evaluation process and support sourcing recommendations on behalf of the business.
• Manage the procurement elements of bids and tenders ensuring robust definition of requirements and commercial terms.
• Lead the supplier evaluation process and support sourcing recommendations on behalf of the business.
• Lead supplier negotiations and finalise Supplier Agreements and purchase orders in accordance with set procedures and Delegations Of Authority.

Essential Skills:

• Degree qualified in an engineering or commercial discipline – desirable.
• Ability to form strong working relationships both internally and externally.
• Previous exposure to Project Management will be highly regarded.
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain.
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and organisational boundaries to deliver business outcomes.
• Proven capability to build and maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders within a project‑based environment.

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.