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Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Australian Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses. Supported by ongoing investment into research and development, we produce some of the world’s most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. And being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.

Join our team as a Tactical Buyer, where you will play a vital role in enhancing Thales’ capacity to meet the service levels anticipated by our internal and external customers. You will ensure that we partner with the right suppliers at the right prices to facilitate the timely delivery of goods and services to the business.

In this 12-month fixed-term position, you will be located at our Benalla site on Pangerang land.

 Your role will focus on:

Manage suppliers and serve as the primary point of contact between Thales and suppliers

Oversee end-to-end management of purchase orders

Request quotes and place orders with preferred suppliers

Ensure comprehensive order management from start to finish

Communicate with suppliers to ensure fixed/best price, on time delivery and quality

Maintain all relevant requisition, purchase order and supplier documentation to ensure accurate traceability.

On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours: 

Provision of purchasing contracts to suppliers, negotiation of pricing agreements, procurement/sourcing, or related commercial roles, preferably within an industrial environment

Proven ability to identify and prioritise tasks independently

Excellent professional communication skills with a customer-centric mindset

Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent industry knowledge and experience

Sound knowledge of Microsoft suite (Word, Outlook, Excel etc)

Experience in using BPCS/LX (ERP System) or similar would be an advantage

Must be eligible for an Australian Defence clearance

As part of our Commitment, we offer:

Competitive remuneration + Super

ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment

Support to Defence reservists

Veterans leave

Fitness Passport Discount – access to a network of gyms across AUS

Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (travel, car hire, technical, medical insurance)

Modernised Paid Parental Leave

Novated lease options

Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

Personal and professional training opportunities

Sonder – wellbeing and support partner

Access to a network of the best people (a Nobel Prize winner on our staff list!)

And much more!

Good to Know

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You must be able to hold a Baseline Defence Clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.

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