Supply Chain Graduate (Jun 2023)

About the Team

This role will predominantly be based at our Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) in Redbank. There is also the option to work at our Ann Street office in Fortitude Valley if the need arises. You will be working alongside our knowledgeable Procurement Specialist, Senior Procurement Specialists, Supply Program Managers, Sub-contracts Specialists, AIC professionals and our greater Supply Chain team.

About the Role

The Rheinmetall Defence Australia (RDA) Supply Chain team have two graduate roles open for a June 2023 start. We are seeking applicants with diverse backgrounds including business, commerce, engineering or law graduates. The Supply Chain Graduate Program will run for 12 months and consists of four rotations, each three months long. The rotations may include:

• Subcontracts;
• Procurement;
• Australian Industry Content;
• Facilities; or
• Program Strategic Purchasing.

The Supply Chain Graduate Program allows Graduates to experience working in various parts of the business, engage with different stakeholders (e.g. customers, suppliers, Procurement, Project Management, Finance and Engineering) and develop a well-rounded commercial and professional skillset. This will be a fantastic opportunity to work within a fast paced, collaborative team of professionals, where you will learn and grow within a supportive environment.

As a Supply Chain Graduate, you can anticipate some of your day-to-day tasks to include:

• Assist with the negotiation of contractual documents with subcontractors and other members of the RDA supply chain;
• Participate in the structuring and negotiation of commercial transactions;
• Support the broader Supply Chain Team, including senior team members with ad hoc activities including preparation of contracts, documents, correspondence, training materials and other tasks as required;
• Identifying analytical solutions to problems and difficult situations in the day to day operations of the respective team and broader business;
• Work with the respective teams to streamline processes and increase productivity;
• Actively develop a thorough understanding of RDA policies, procedures and the Defence industry as a whole;
• Effectively communicate with all key stakeholders across various parts of the business in support of senior team members; and
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by your Manager from time to time in support of achieving strategic and commercial objectives.

What are we looking for?

Rheinmetall seeks applicants who exemplify our Company’s values of Safety, Partnering, Openness, Respect and Trust. This creates a workplace environment where employees value each other, live up to their promises and communicate openly.

The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes: 

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Law or Commerce;
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills including PowerPoint and Word;
• Demonstrated high level of personal motivation and willingness to learn;
• High attention to detail;
• Ability to travel interstate if required (short trips to visit Suppliers if relevant); and
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (must hold Australian Citizenship).

At Rheinmetall, your strengths and experience are worth something. We also highly value diversity and equal opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application.

What can we offer you?

• Have a long weekend every second week with a 9 day working fortnight;
• Working in a great team and with exciting products;
• State of the art facilities with onsite subsidized cafeteria;
• Internal incentive and referral program;
• Opportunity for career development and further training;
• Strong links to our global Rheinmetall community;
• Opportunity to work on major projects such as LAND 400;
• Attractive Remuneration package with salary sacrificing & novated leases;
• Flexibility in workplace settings offering opportunities to work in multiple locations;
• Corporate discounts with gyms, private health funds and various car dealerships; and
• Employee Assistance Program to support our employees and their families overall wellbeing.