Job Description

　　At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

　　Boeing Australia is on the lookout for an Asset & Vendor Manager to join the team in Brisbane.

　　The Asset & Vendor Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the organization's assets and configurations throughout their lifecycle. This includes hardware, software, documentation, and other IT-related assets. The role involves implementing and maintaining effective asset and configuration management processes to ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry standards. Responsible for overseeing the relationships with external vendors, ensuring the delivery of high-quality goods and services, and optimizing vendor performance to meet organizational objectives. This role involves effective communication, negotiation skills, and strategic planning to maintain positive vendor partnerships.

　　The successful candidate is someone with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment who is proactive and self-motivated. With a commitment to continuous improvement and strong organizational and multitasking skills you are sure to do well in this role. Note this role is a manager of process, not people.

　　Position Responsibilities:

　　Track and manage the complete lifecycle of all organizational assets, including acquisition, deployment, utilization, and retirement.

　　Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services.

　　Understand contracts, terms, and conditions of current agreements to achieve favorable outcomes for the organisation.

　　Monitor vendor performance and address any issues or concerns promptly.

　　Develop and implement asset management policies, procedures, and best practices.

　　Establish and maintain a configuration management database (CMDB) to track and manage configuration items (CIs), including conducting regular audits for accuracy of records

　　Define and enforce configuration management processes to ensure consistency and control over IT infrastructure.

　　Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and organizational policies.

　　Implement security measures to protect sensitive configuration data.

　　Collaborate with other IT teams, including but not limited to IT Service Management, Change Management, and IT Operations, to ensure seamless integration of asset and configuration management processes.

　　Provide guidance and support to other departments on asset and configuration-related matters.

　　Generate regular reports on asset and configuration status, performance, and compliance.

　　What you might bring:

　　Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, desired but not essential

　　5-7 years’ experience in a similar role

　　Proven experience in asset and configuration management.

　　Familiarity with industry-standard asset and configuration management tools.

　　Strong understanding of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) framework.

　　Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

　　Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

　　Attention to detail and accuracy in data management.

　　Certification in ITIL, CMDB, or related areas is a plus opportunities for cost savings.

　　Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements with the ability to obtain baseline clearance.

　　About Us

　　Boeing Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. From the seabed to outer space, we have helped shape aerospace and defence innovations in Australia over the past 95 years.

　　In addition to a competitive salary, our employees benefit from flexible working options, global opportunities, salary packaging, performance incentives, study assistance, wellbeing programs and discounts on health insurance, travel and accommodation. We’re also committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive for every employee, with great opportunities for professional growth.

　　As an equal opportunity employer, female candidates, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply. We are also open to candidates from other industries including mining, communications, ICT and oil and gas. If you don’t meet 100% of the criteria for this role although you have the right foundational experience and qualifications, don’t hesitate to apply.

　　Benefits

　　Cutting edge projects

　　Flexible working options

　　Discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation

　　Salary packaging options

　　Health and wellbeing benefits

　　Study assistance

　　Global opportunities

　　Please apply ASAP for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.

　　Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

　　Equal Opportunity Employer:

　　We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

　　We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 (https://www.thevaluable500.com/) and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

　　Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.