Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist (New Program)
Core
Senior Subcontracts Specialist supporting a new Defence program by engaging Australian industry, managing supplier relationships, and leading subcontract negotiations to strengthen sovereign manufacturing capability.
Role type
Senior Subcontracts Specialist (Defence)
Builds
Commercial frameworks, supplier strategies, and subcontracting activities for emerging Defence programs
Domain
Defence / Government Procurement
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Defence subcontracting, contract negotiation, supplier engagement, stakeholder management, governance compliance, Australian Industry Capability (AIC) activities
Preferred skills
Defence industry experience, commercial decision-making, relationship building
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Build relationships with Australian industry partners and support sourcing activities; Contribute to subcontracting strategies and governance pathways; Lead subcontract negotiations and development activities; Manage multiple suppliers and stakeholders while balancing program objectives; Support Australian Industry Capability outcomes through engagement and reporting; Partner with Program, Engineering, Contracts, and Supply Chain teams; Represent the business in customer and supplier discussions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
