Procurement Manager - Austin, TX

About the role

This role is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. It 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.

Responsibilities

• Directs the daily operation and leads and coordinates cradle to grave procurement activities.
• Accountable for the technical, financial, schedule and quality performance of the supply base, as well as the proactive coordination of the internal team support necessary for success.
• Lead and manage 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.
• Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Responsible for procurement compliance, Cost/Price Analysis and continuous improvement (Root Cause & Corrective action) to optimize supplier performance and to achieve Zero Defects.
• Aid Compliance Managers to develop, implement, and direct policies, practices, and procedures that are in accordance with federal, commercial, state/local, and/or international Procurement regulations.
• Cook up and integrate the capabilities of the entire organization to ensure quick resolution of technical and programmatic issues.
• Contribute to Management Reviews, technical meetings, partner assessments and audits.
• Generate and author Supply Chain / Management Plans compliant to Command Media and identify measures for managing suppliers.
• Prepare and present briefings to Program and Management as required.

Requirements

U.S. Person Required Yes
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Travel Percentage 10%

Qualifications

• 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 understanding of 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).

Skills

• Desire for continuous improvement
• Generosity of thought and knowledge
• Familiarity with 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

Benefits

Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 - $197912

Pay

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 - $197912
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, 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.

Schedule

Hybrid work format with time split between working onsite and remotely.

Location

Austin, Texas