Head of Platform Systems – Supply Chain

Job Description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have a unique executive level opportunity for a Head of Platform Systems – Supply Chain, to join our Maritime Australia business on the Hunter Class Frigate Program (HCFP). You will be based out of our Osborne Naval Shipyard and have access to flexible work arrangements, including working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

BAE Systems Maritime Australia (formerly known as ASC Shipbuilding), has been contracted to design and deliver the world’s most advanced anti-submarine warfare frigates to the Royal Australian Navy. The Hunter Class Frigate Program (HCFP) will create and sustain more than 5,000 jobs across BAE Systems and the wider Australian Defence supply chain over the life of the program.

As the Head of Platform Systems – Supply Chain, you will be responsible for all major platform sub-contracts on the Hunter Class Frigate Program. This is a critical leadership role where you will lead all elements of sub-contract management including performance, cost and schedule.

Key responsibilities include:

• To act as lead point of contact for all issues with the suppliers in relation to contract compliance, ensuring adherence to all contractual obligations through effective commercial management, including payments, claims, warranties, cash flow, etc.
• Manage all Category A & B procurement for prototyping and ship acquisition for the Hunter Class Frigate Program
• Lead the supplier sourcing process and provide recommendations on behalf of the project
• Manage and lead a large team in achieving outcomes consistent with planned procurement activities on budget and within the schedule.
• Identify and manage supplier risks and opportunities, including those of the suppliers’ supply chain
• Work with the project team, ensure supplier performance to cost, delivery, quality and responsiveness in line with the project requirements, developing and embedding the required KPIs and reporting requirements
• Facilitate effective relationships with suppliers, internal/external customers and senior stakeholders across the business/functional teams to ensure a coordinated approach to supplier management
• Proactively engage with key suppliers to enhance capability and efficiency

About YOU

You will have:

• Significant procurement/supply chain experience ideally gained in a shipbuilding and or maritime defence environment
• Demonstrated experience in active contract delivery
• Strong account management/cost account management experience
• Strong leadership and team management experience to manage and motivate a large team
• A high Level of human relations skills required including the ability to interact and influence senior management as well as motivating a large amount of staff within the team
• Excellent communication skills in order to persuade and achieve commitment from stakeholders
• An ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside the immediate team, to implement contractual and sound practice requirements
• Well-developed self-management skills and demonstrated ability to work under their own initiative to deliver outputs to time, quality and cost

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

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 appropriate clearances. 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.