AIC & Supplier Development Specialist
Core
Strategic sourcing and supplier development specialist shaping end-to-end category strategies and Australian Industry Capability pathways for national security partners.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing and supplier development specialist
Builds
Resilient supplier networks, commercial frameworks, and local capability pathways for national security missions
Domain
Defense & National Security / Strategic Procurement
Required skills
strategic sourcing, category management, supplier negotiation, contract management, stakeholder management, supply chain resilience, commercial strategy, market analysis, project management, technical documentation interpretation
Preferred skills
Australian Industry Capability knowledge, defense industry experience, CIPS/CPSM/CPIM/CSCP/MCIPS certification, Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Procurement
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develop and deliver category and sourcing strategies across key spend areas; Build strong, trusted relationships with suppliers and Australian industry partners; Identify opportunities to grow Australian Industry Capability and strengthen local supply chains; Lead supplier selection, commercial negotiations and contracting activities; Partner with cross-functional teams to understand needs and deliver solutions; Drive value beyond price balancing capability, quality, risk, speed and whole-of-life cost; Build resilient supplier networks that can respond to changing operational requirements; Embed responsible and ethical sourcing into procurement decisions; Identify opportunities for innovation, supplier development and smarter ways of working; Use supplier and market insights to challenge assumptions and influence better commercial decisions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence