Job Description
Join our team as a Procurement Anst Sr, a pivotal role responsible for leading strategic sourcing, supplier development, and proactively addressing the challenges of part obsolescence, with a significant focus on aircraft ground support equipment. You will leverage your technical expertise to collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams, creating and implementing a streamlined process for tracking, prioritizing, and resolving obsolescence issues – ultimately minimizing downtime across a diverse range of procured items. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record sourcing high-mix, medium-low volume custom parts and assemblies, developing and executing strategy, negotiating agreements, defining internal process flows, and driving supplier performance. Experience thriving in new and ambiguous environments while solving complex problems with cross-functional stakeholders will be key to success
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- Lead the development and execution of strategic sourcing plans for critical commodities, identifying, qualifying, and onboarding new suppliers to optimize cost, resilience, and innovation.
- Drive supplier performance and continuous improvement through proactive engagement, rigorous data analysis, implementation of supplier scorecards, and targeted corrective action plans.
- Negotiate complex contracts securing favorable terms, mitigating risk, and ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory (FAR/DFARS, AS9100, DCAA), and contractual obligations.
- Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks developing and implementing robust contingency plans to ensure uninterrupted supply and minimize disruptions.
- Foster collaborative relationships with key suppliers resolving issues, proactively expediting deliveries, and ensuring alignment with evolving business needs.
- Champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement leading projects and initiatives across the supply base to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Leverage deep industry knowledge and emerging best practices to drive strategic procurement decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
- Leverage AI and AI-enabled tools and data analytics to improve sourcing efficiency, supplier performance visibility, cost analysis, and procurement decision-making, while ensuring outputs are reviewed, validated, and applied consistent with company policies, contractual obligations, and compliance requirements.
- Apply technical acumen to address supplier challenges partnering with Engineering and Quality to resolve obsolescence issues, improve part reliability, and optimize manufacturing processes.
- Utilize advanced data analytics techniques (SQL, Excel, Tableau, PowerBI) to identify cost optimization opportunities, predict potential disruptions, and develop data-driven solutions.
- Employ statistical methodologies (Six Sigma, DOE) to analyze root causes, implement effective corrective actions, and enhance product reliability.
- Maintain proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and supplier portals streamlining communication, tracking performance, and ensuring data integrity for informed decision-making.
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem solving, taking ownership, leveraging technical excellence, and driving innovative solutions to complex supply chain challenges.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience
- 4 years or more of directly related work experience, preferably in a government-contracting environment
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Ability to work and succeed in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
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Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations and understanding of the role of procurement in complex industries.
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Experience in buying across various commodities (electronics, mechanical, PWB’s, cables, optics…)
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Demonstrated ability to resolve contractual and performance issues with suppliers.
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Project / Supplier Management
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Financial Acumen
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Strong communication skills
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Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements.
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Knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation)
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Understanding/knowledge of CPSR audits and requirements.
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Comprehensive understanding of subcontractor solicitations and bid analysis/process.
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Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Years of Experience: 4+ years of progressive procurement experience.
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Education: Require a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or STEM discipline; a Master’s degree is highly desirable.
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Certifications: Mention desirable certifications (CPSM, C.P.M.).
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $75254 - $127930
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.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
