Procurement Manager

About the role

This role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, taking the form of a hybrid work format with time split between working onsite and remotely. It supports the Counter Measure and Electromagnetic Attack Solutions Business Area with over $1 billion in annual revenue and material spend in the hundreds of millions across a diverse set of suppliers and commodities.

Responsibilities

• Directs the daily operation and leads and coordinates cradle to grave procurement activities.
• Accounts for the technical, financial, schedule, and quality performance of the supply base.
• Proactively coordinates internal team support necessary for success.
• Manages a department of Procurement professionals at various experience levels in proposal preparation, negotiations, contract award, supplier management, and execution to meet or exceed business requirements.
• Develops and maintains professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Ensures procurement compliance, Cost/Price Analysis, and continuous improvement (Root Cause & Corrective action) to optimize supplier performance and achieve Zero Defects.
• Affords assistance to Compliance Managers in developing, implementing, and directing policies, practices, and procedures that align with federal, commercial, state/local, and/or international Procurement regulations.
• Coordinates activities among BAE Systems Supply Chain Managers, Integrated Product Team/Program Leads, and Engineering to develop supply chain and material/commodity strategies across a broad spectrum of materials, equipment, supplies, and services of a highly specialized nature to support business winning and operational excellence.
• Ensures quick resolution of technical and programmatic issues by leveraging and integrating the capabilities of the entire organization.
• Participates in and contributes to Management Reviews, technical meetings, partner assessments, and audits.
• Generates and authors Supply Chain / Management Plans compliant to Command Media and identifies measures for managing suppliers.
• Prepares and presents briefings to Program and Management as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline and 8 years or more of directly related work experience, preferably in a government-contracting environment.
• Ability to obtain up to $2M DOA (Delegation of Authority) approval.
• Familiarity with Aerospace & Defense industry, regulations, and the role of procurement in complex industries.
• Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow-down requirements.
• Strong working experience developing and implementing category/commodity strategies across a broad range of Electrical, Electro-Mechanical, and Mechanical technologies.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships on behalf of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• U.S. Citizenship preferred.

Qualifications

• Desire for continuous improvement.
• Generosity of thought and knowledge.
• Familiarity with Aerospace & Defense industry, regulations, and the role of procurement in complex industries.
• Knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation).
• Understanding/knowledge of CPSR (Contractor Purchasing System Review) audits and requirements.
• Comprehensive understanding of subcontractor solicitations and bid analysis/process.

Skills

• Continuous Improvement.
• Supplier Relationship Management.
• Procurement Compliance.
• Cost/Price Analysis.
• Supplier Performance Optimization.
• ITAR and EAR Knowledge.
• CPSR Audits and Requirements.
• Subcontractor Solicitations and Bid Analysis.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Legal Plan.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave.
• Parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Recognition program for monetary and non-monetary recognition awards.
• Other incentives based on position level and/or job specifics.

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 - $197912. This range is based on our market pay structures. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.