Procurement Specialist
Description
At Northrop Grumman Australia, we deliver innovative Defence capability that protects those who serve. Join a collaborative, purpose-driven team making a real impact.
The role:
As a Procurement Specialist, you’ll lead end-to-end procurement activities across indirect categories - covering sourcing, supplier engagement, negotiation and contract management.
Working closely with stakeholders, you’ll ensure the timely delivery of goods and services while meeting cost, quality and compliance expectations.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing procure-to-pay and source-to-contract activities (RFx, evaluation, negotiation)
Overseeing subcontract performance across the lifecycle
Raising and managing purchase orders in SAP
Supporting strategic sourcing and cost optimisation initiatives
Acting as Purchasing Card Administrator, ensuring compliance and reporting
Providing procurement guidance to internal stakeholders and maintaining audit-ready records
About you:
You’re a proactive procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced, structured environment and enjoys delivering value through strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
You bring:
5+ years’ procurement experience in a complex environment
Strong sourcing, negotiation and analytical skills
Experience with ERP systems (ideally SAP)
High attention to detail and strong communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes
Desirable: relevant qualification in procurement or related field
Security: Ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA NV1 clearance required
Be part of a team that does the right thing, delivers on commitments, and works together to solve complex challenges.
What we offer:
Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.
Professional development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
Salary packaging including novated car leases and the option to purchase additional annual leave
Flexible working options, including hybrid working, 9 day fortnights, volunteer leave and varying start and finish times to suit your family needs
18 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid reservist leave
We offer all employees access to our Health & Wellbeing program and Employee Assistance program
Employee Discount Program
Employee Recognition Program
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected]
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification