Senior Subcontracts Specialist

Senior Subcontracts Specialist
Company:
Boeing Australia Holdings Pty Ltd
Job ID:
00000441429
Date Posted:
2024-12-17
Location:
NZL - Wellington, New Zealand
Qualifications:

Ko wai mātou | About us
At the Boeing Company, we connect, protect, explore, and inspire the world through aerospace innovation. The company works 'Together as a One Boeing team' with an unwavering commitment to quality engineering and technical excellence. As a company of innovators, Boeing seeks to change the future of aerospace.
Boeing New Zealand is wholly owned by the Boeing Company, and is establishing its defence operations in Aotearoa to deliver important programs for the New Zealand Defence Force. Boeing currently employs more than 2,500 people across the region, and has a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth. By becoming one of the first employees to support our defence work in New Zealand, you will have an unparalleled opportunity to make your mark and contribute to Boeing and our customer's success. We offer rewarding work, professional development, and a chance to collaborate with a diverse team located in New Zealand and Australia that is united in pushing the boundaries of excellence.
Te Whiwhinga a mahi | The opportunity
Are you looking to bring your commercial expertise to a global company delivering programs that make a real difference, from right here in Aotearoa? We are seeking a Senior Subcontracts Specialist to support some of our world-class aerospace programs across New Zealand and Australia.
With the support of industry experts and working as a part of cross-functional program teams, the successful candidate will draw from previous experience to ensure effective market engagement and subcontract management. The ideal candidate will possess a sharp attention to detail and a solid grasp of contract and supplier management. You will handle comprehensive support and guidance, including drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts. The successful candidate will assist in the management of contracts delivering advanced technology and engage in relationship management with local and global stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate and manage a broad range of commercial agreements including NDAs, development, manufacturing and support services contracts and contract variations.
Provide advice to program and project managers and other business stakeholders on all subcontracting activities related to your program of work.
Liaise with Legal, Functional, Engineering and Commercial stakeholders.
Develop procurement strategies and priorities and lead their delivery through strong stakeholder relationships and understanding program requirements.
Conduct complex market approach activities (RFx), analyse and evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate supplier deviations to subcontract provisions and recommend final supplier selection.
Monitor and report subcontract cost, schedule and status and recommend or implement corrective actions as necessary.
With the support of Global Trade Control specialists, ensure supplier activities are compliant with applicable regulatory trade control (export-import) requirements.
Coordinate, execute, and manage simple procurements as required.
Education
Tertiary Education in Commerce, Law or Business or relevant experience (highly desirable but not essential).
Experience/Qualifications
Minimum 5 years' experience in supplier management and/or sourcing with exposure to procurement contract terms and conditions (highly desirable).
Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract law (highly desirable).
Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management to drive outcomes.
High level competency in written and oral communication and standard business tools and systems.
An enthusiasm for working with suppliers and identifying new opportunities and relationships.
The ability to work with cross-functional teams.
The ability to work autonomously to see projects and opportunities through to completion.
Applicants must be New Zealand Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.
Hono ana ki tētahi tīma | Joining Boeing
Culture
We seek and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds including female, Māori and the Pacific Island, who will enrich our understanding of diversity in the New Zealand work environment.
Benefits
Flexible working options
Study assistance
Salary packaging
Employee Incentive Program
Global opportunities in the Boeing Company
Rā Katinga | Applications close:
6 January 2025.
Please note, this role will be shortlisted in January 2025, your patience is appreciated.
Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space, and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers
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