Associate Manager, Procurement (Mawson Lakes)

SA, Mawson Lakes Supply Chain 18926BR 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. Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead the development of procurement strategies and agreements for the bill of materials, which includes an extensive volume of COTS and MOTS Hardware and Software;
- Collaborate with stakeholders to leverage global agreements and supplier relationships
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure software licence agreements and the ongoing management of them is in accordance with program requirements
- Develop procurement, supply chain and transportation strategies to achieve cost, schedule, quality, product security objectives, whilst mitigating supply chain risks
- Ensure integration with engineering and production across the design to production lifecycle;
- Collaborate with engineering on Bill of Material (BOM) release timing and design maturity to enable effective procurement;
- Develop supply plans, which illuminate the timing of purchase orders considering lead times, supply disruption risks and production plans.
- Lead key supplier relationship management and collaboration
- Oversee all purchasing and expediting activities and report on material availability status
- Partner with production and integration teams to manage impacts of material delays and replan activities
- Act as Control Account Manager (CAM) for materials, managing cost and schedule performance against baseline
- Ensure effective receipt, inspection, and resolution of non-conforming materials About you: You are a commercially and operationally strong supply chain leader who can operate across strategy and execution in a complex program environment.

You will bring:
- Significant multi domain experience across supply planning, procurement, and materials management
- Demonstrate strategic procurement experience
- Strong understanding of design and development programs and production lifecycle management
- Confidence working cross-functionally with engineering, production, and program teams
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems, dashboard tools and data-driven decision making
- Exposure to cost and schedule control (CAM or similar) highly regarded Special Requirements: Applicants must be eligible 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.

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. What we offer 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.


- Flexible work & Hybrid work options
- 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. 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 cutting-edge, 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. Vacancy Country Australia Vacancy Type Permanent Employee Type Full Time Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qqqlk