Australia Global Supply Chain Program
Kongsberg Defence Australia's Global Supply Chain Program (GSCP) identifies and facilitates opportunities for Australian businesses to enter our international supply chain. The GSCP supports the growth and sustainment of the Australian manufacturing industry.
The GSC team are looking to support the growth and expansion of the KONGSBERG Supply chain by finding viable opportunities for Australian suppliers that benefit and compliment the current supply chain.
International team - Australia Focused
Our Global Supply Chain Program team provide Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace and Kongsberg Maritime with Strategic sourcing capabilities solely focused on Australian suppliers. We have team members in Norway, Sweden and Australia made up of experienced supply chain specialists who can support your onboarding audits, facilitate contracts, and provide advice on export compliance.
Where to start:
If you are an Australian supplier, the steps below will help maximise your chances for export success. Timelines are a guide only.
1. Self-assessment
Ask yourself the questions:
- Are you an Australian supplier?
- Where do you capabilities align with our product portfolio?
- Does your capability match what KONGSBERG are currently seeking?
- Have you completed your Office of Defence Industry Support (ODIS) Defence Business Readiness Tool (DBRT) assessment.
2. Register on JOSCAR
JOSCAR portal provides validated business due diligence to all buyers in the community.
Register your interest to become a supplier here:
https://www.kongsberg.com/kda/suppliers/doing-business-with-us/register-your-interest-to-become-a-supplier/
Stay informed on KDA news here:
https://www.kongsberg.com/kda/news/
Timeframe: Ad Hoc and Ongoing
3. Capability assessment and alignment
If we currently have or can foresee future demand for your capability in our global supply chain, we will reach out for an introduction meeting. An opportunity needs to align to your businesses capabilities. Registering does not guarantee a site visit.
This may include a site visit to better understand your capability.
Timeframe: Up to 6 months
4. Advisory and training
We may provide advisory and mentoring services to your business including:
- Advice to ensure compliant and competitive bids
- Introductions to our global team
- Access to training via teams for Policy and Procedure walk throughs
- Access to training in person
- Access to supplier audits (when opportunities have been aligned)
Timeframe: Approx 1 year or more
5. Contracts to export
We will guide your business to be successful in your export contracts into our global supply chain.