Purchasing Officer

9-day fortnight with genuine work-life balance

Location options across Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

This is an opportunity for career development into procurement, sourcing or category management

Join a fast-paced Procurement team managing the end-to-end purchasing of a diverse range of goods and services for the AIR6500 Program. Working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, you'll source quotes, raise purchase orders, track deliveries and ensure business needs are met on time.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities by acting as a key interface between internal stakeholders and suppliers.

• Prepare and manage RFQs, purchase orders and delivery activities.

• Procure a broad range of goods and services including IT hardware and software, professional services, capital equipment, consumables, electronics, machinery and tools.

• Process purchase requisitions of varying complexity.

• Maintain accurate and auditable procurement records.

• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve purchasing efficiency.

• Contribute to process and systems improvement initiatives.

• Support administrative activities across the Procurement team.

• Ensure compliance with Lockheed Martin procurement policies and procedures.

• Utiliye business systems and standard desktop applications to support procurement activities.

 Essential

• Demonstrable experience in a purchasing function.

• Demonstrable experience working in a high paced work environment

• Knowledge of standard purchasing practices

 Desirable

• Skills and knowledge in the use of the Microsoft suite, including collaboration tools.

• Data Analytics and visualisation

How we reward and support you:

When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else.

We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in. 

A variety of work patterns

• Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback

• A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family  

• Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs

• Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development

Special Requirements:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

If your application relates to a specific role, requiring specific qualifications, Lockheed Martin may retain your application details for consideration of any future roles.

About us:

At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.  As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.

 A Veteran-friendly Workplace:

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.

 Equal Opportunity Statement:

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.