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Procurement Agent (Buyer)

Brisbane, Queensland Job ID BOE/1788162BRI Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Apr. 12, 2024
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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.

Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1788162BRI
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The Opportunity

We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to support Supply Chain Management and Joint Systems division within Boeing Defence Australia. This opportunity will see you working with a team and stakeholders that employ the best talent to develop and deliver world class capabilities.

Responsibilites

  • specialist, non-aviation purchasing tasks ranging from simple to moderate level;
  • monitoring and reporting on supplier performance;
  • consultation and liaison with business stakeholders to understand purchasing needs; and
  • ongoing communication and relationship management with Supply Chain Management peers, suppliers and other project stakeholders.

Education / Qualifications

  • working knowledge of procurement requirements, preferably within a manufacturing field;
  • three to five years' procurement experience in a medium to large organization;
  • a strong work ethic, an ability to think outside the box and a willingness to collaborate and work independently within a dynamic team environment;
  • a willingness to advocate for diversity and inclusion and remain involved in facilitating change; and
  • Australian citizenship and an ability to undergo a defence security clearance.
  • APICS or CIPS membership or a procurement related tertiary qualification; and
  • an understanding of the Australian defence environment.

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

We currently employ more than 3,000 people across 14 sites in Australia and have a range of opportunities available.

We are helping to shape the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most complex sustainment and development program for the Australian Defence Force. So, from day one - your contribution will make a difference.

Benefits

  • Flexible working options
  • Study assistance
  • Salary packaging
  • Employee Incentive Program

Culture

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women and people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent to be part of an organisation that promotes a diverse and safe workplace environment.

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, based in Brisbane please click Apply now.


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; race, color, ethnicity, 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. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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Your Benefits

No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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