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Finance : Head of Supply Chain

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City/region
Brisbane Airport (Australia)
Entry level
Managers
Employment Type
Full-time, unlimited
Ref. Number
9696
About us - €3 billion Global technology leader in the test & measurement and integrated communications space. - 13000 plus employees, 70 countries - Currently expanding the Australian footprint, as we prepare to support and lead delivery of high profile projects Technology offerings - RF Test and Measurement, - Military communications across all domains - Wireless Communications - Broadcast and Media, - Air Traffic Control - Cybersecurity and Network Technology

Your tasks

  • The Head of Supply Chain is accountable for designing and delivering the supply chain management strategy for Rohde & Schwarz Australia. The role is also responsible for determining and delivering the Australian Industry Capability strategy of the business.
  • Determine, implement and monitor purchasing, storage and distribution strategies, policies and plans.
  • Coordinate strategic purchasing for the implementation of procurement projects for the business.
  • Independently negotiate contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements.
  • Responsible for supplier management, supplier evaluations and risk management as well as participation in supplier audits.
  • Create update and monitor material group strategies including sourcing decisions in close cooperation with the internal interfaces.
  • Oversee the inventory management and storage systems to meet business requirements.
  • Develop and maintain partnership relationships with internal customers and suppliers.
  • Determine, implement and monitor the Australian Industry Capability strategies and objectives to ensure alignment with business and customer requirements.

Exciting insights into Rohde & Schwarz

Our colleagues provide insider information about:

  • Daily adventures and challenges
  • Our passionate team
  • The technologies behind the innovative projects and solutions

Your qualifications

  • Completed studies in business/engineering/finance/commerce combined with a good technical understanding or a comparable field of study.
  • Several years of professional experience in supply chain management and/or purchasing or a related area.
  • Experience in strategic purchasing of technical systems (implementation of specifications, acceptance at the supplier, agreement of service products).
  • Project management experience in the system area desirable.
  • Good user knowledge of SAP R3/ S4 Hana.
  • Strong customer and service orientation.
  • Confident appearance, an independent way of working, as well as strong communication and assertiveness skills.
  • Business fluent in English, spoken and written.
  • Experience in supply chain management / procurement within the Defence Industry highly desirable.

Interested?

Send us your CV or contact our Head of Talent Management, Sachin Satish on 0439990450 for a confidential discussion.

Please visit our careers page for all active vacancies : https://www.rohde-schwarz.com/au/career

Though a security clearance is not mandatory for all positions, all offers of employment for this position are conditional on the candidate being able to meet Australian NV1 security clearance requirements which will form part of the assessment criteria of the role. Please be aware that the Australian Government requires a comprehensive security and background check as part of their vetting process. NV1 security requirement details include Australian Citizenship and/or Permanent Residency. More information can be found here, https://www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances/about/vetting-assessment#eligibility

This role also requires you to have access to ITAR controlled material. Please ensure you meet the requirements of the US State Department for you to access ITAR controlled material before applying for this position.

Our offer

  • Flexible working hour models

    Flexible working hour models

  • Attractive compensation

    Attractive compensation

  • Privately owned company

    Privately owned company

  • Fitness studio

    Fitness studio

  • Career opportunities

    Career opportunities

  • Top performance award

    Top performance award

  • Salary continuance insurance

    Salary continuance insurance

  • Corporate/team events

    Corporate/team events

  • Culture of collaboration & learning

    Culture of collaboration & learning

  • Global company & environment

    Global company & environment

  • Flagship projects

    Flagship projects

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