Supply Chain Lead - New Business

QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn. Globally QinetiQ has four Sectors, one of which is the 'Australia Sector''. The Australia Sector has more than 1,200 employees operating across four countries, namely Australia, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom.QinetiQ is a business in growth. As part of this growth, the business is investing in the Supply Chain capability across our international set businesses. An opportunity to be part of this growth trajectory is the newly created role of Supply Chain Lead - New Business. Applications are now invited from experienced Supply Chain professionals for this new senior role within our Australia Sector.Reporting to the Supply Chain Director our new Supply Chain Lead - New Business, will work collaboratively with the QinetiQ leadership and other QinetiQ functional team members to deliver high quality, innovative and intelligence led Supply Chain and procurement strategies for major business winning activities across the Australia Sector (which include business entities in Australia, Canada, Ashford Kent UK and Germany.The Supply Chain Lead - New Business is a senior position and will:

• Provide leadership and strategic advice in relation to Supply Chain solutions for major investments and strategic business winning opportunities
• Act as a key advisor for continued margin improvement through procurement strategies
• Be responsible for leading a best in class Supply Chain and procurement investment design and solution service for the business, consistent with Australia Sector strategies, plans and procedures.
• Work as part of an integrated bid team, develop the Supply Chain solution and provide strategic guidance and expertise in accordance with QinetiQ's Procurement, Export Compliance, Risk Management, Estimating, Finance and other related policies and practice
• Lead the review and development of the Supply Chain and Trade Compliance aspects of assigned bids, proposals and contracts.
• Provide expert advice on procurement discipline to other functions and teams to support opportunity win strategies
• Have a laser focus on risks associated with capital investment, supplier engagement and market tends.
• The ability to distil and communicate complex investment and Supply Chain solutions to senior leaders, delegated authorities, and cross functional stakeholders.

As an ideal applicant for this senior role, you will need:

• Extensive leadership experience with a strong knowledge of Procurement, Supply Chain or related field
• Experience in capital investment, financial modelling, client solution development or similar industry experience.
• Demonstrated complex stakeholder management (internal and external) and influencing skills
• The ability to integrate and collaborate across multiple geographical locations, time zones and cultures
• An outcomes focused approach to capability development and uplift through ongoing continuous improvement, coaching and mentoring
• Military or related industry experience preferred but not essential

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance. With regards to location, we are flexible to consider applicants from locations where a main QinetiQ office is based e.g. Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane or Adelaide.Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Joanne Burns via jburns@qinetiq.com.au. A position description is available upon request.Applications for this exciting new opportunity close on the 13th July 2024#LI-JB1#LI-HYBRIDLooking for an Employer with Benefits?At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You'll share in the company's success, and be rewarded for your own. We'll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.Some of our benefits include:

• Individual Professional development allowance
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.