Manager I - Procurement

BAE Systems • CA

126d • $116,419 - $197,912

About The Position

Lead and oversee end-to-end procurement operations for critical materials and services within a highly regulated, predominantly DoD environment. Accountable and responsible for cost, schedule, quality, technical, financial salients, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will lead and proactively manage a team of procurement professionals at various experience levels in proposal preparation, negotiations, contract award, supplier management, and execution to meet business requirements. He/she will develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners. Responsible for procurement compliance, cost/price analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize supplier performance. Manage all material deliveries in accordance with MMAS requirements. Among other responsibilities, the successful candidate will do the following.

Requirements

• Experience in a large, complex multifaceted electronics design & manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations and the understanding of the role of procurement in complex industries.
• Experience leading major procurement efforts in a Department of Defense (DOD) contracting environment.
• Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements.
• Knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation).
• Understanding/knowledge of CPSR audits and requirements.
• Comprehensive understanding of subcontractor solicitations and bid analysis/process.
• Strong working experience developing and implementing category / commodity strategies across a broad range of Electrical, Electro-Mechanical and Mechanical technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve contractual and performance issues with suppliers.
• Project / Supplier Management.
• Financial Acumen.
• Proven leadership and organizational change experience.
• Ability to motivate and manage personnel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Excellent time management/organizational skills.
• Strong experience managing Subcontracts or Procurement team.
• Strategic/Critical Thinking.
• Ability to find win-win solutions; a 'make it happen' attitude.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline and 8 years or more of directly related work experience preferably in a government-contracting environment.

Nice To Haves

• Desire for continuous improvement.
• Generosity of thought and knowledge.
• Familiarity with Oracle purchasing system.
• Technical Background (Ability to read drawings).
• Graduate Degree in a related field.
• 8 plus years’ experience in operations, supply chain, procurement.
• Law Degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers to satisfy technical, quality, and cost requirements.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to maximize value.
• Cultivate and sustain strong supplier partnerships.
• Manage the procurement lifecycle—from requisition to order placement to delivery tracking to warranty and closeout.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, finance, and production to align procurement actions with project timelines and material budgets.
• Lead Ts and Cs negotiations.
• Ensure adherence to regulations including ITAR, FAR, DFARS, EAR, and DPAS.
• Maintain audit-ready procurement documentation and support audit processes.
• Lead procurement during product transition phases to support scalability, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, and align KPIs with program- and enterprise-level objectives.
• Identify and qualify alternate suppliers to reduce single-source risk and enhance resilience.
• Implement best practices in sourcing, cost reduction, and risk mitigation.
• Drive process improvements leveraging tools such as ERP/MRP systems.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 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.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid military leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Company recognition program for monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees