ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist with strong expertise in subcontract management and contracting activities. This role is pivotal in managing strategic supplier relationships and ensuring robust contractual frameworks that deliver value for money and mitigate risk. Unlike traditional procurement roles, this position involves minimal purchasing—the focus is on contracts and subcontracts. The role is based in Osborne, SA.

Supporting the engagement of key suppliers through contracting and procurement activity including defining sourcing strategies, project strategies, schedule planning, coordinate contracting and procurement activities to ensure value for money and delivery on time, managing subcontractor risk. The position is also responsible for leading the management of vendor furnished information including processing, expediting and reporting.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies and subcontracting plans.
• Lead tender processes, evaluations, and complex contract negotiations.
• Contract management, including leading contract review meetings, monitoring key performance indicators and spend management activities.
• Drive strategic supplier engagement to ensure delivery on time and within budget.
• Establishing and maintaining strategic relationships with stakeholders to ensure business objectives are met.
• Identification and implementation of risk management strategies to manage subcontractor risk and ensure supply chain resilience.
• Support project teams with contractual advice and risk mitigation strategies.

About you 

• Minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in a relevant Supply Chain role in a defence, manufacturing or resource environment.

• Proven track record in contract and subcontract management with track record of delivering business value.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of strategic sourcing, risk management, and contractual terms.
• Commercial acumen and project management capability.

• Knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting and business case development

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a Baseline level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance. 

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website. 

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2,400-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.