Job Description

Join a Team that Makes a Difference.

At BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems, our Mechanical Direct Procurement team plays a vital role in sourcing complex hardware and innovative technology from world-class suppliers to deliver cutting-edge products to our customers. As a Senior Principal Strategic Purchasing Analyst, you will be part of a team that partners with suppliers to drive business success and make a positive impact.

We are seeking a skilled Strategic Purchasing Analyst to manage contractual activities with key suppliers, including soliciting and evaluating proposals, negotiating costs, and administering contractual awards. This is an opportunity to work with a team of world-class professionals, learn and grow in your career, and contribute to delivering innovative products to our customers.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

The Integrated Supply Chain team has a direct impact on program success, acting as a critical chain that links the end-to-end material flow together. Our organization helps propel us forward and achieve true mission partnership.

What You'll Do

Procure materials and services for complex mechanical components based on program-specific requirements and specifications.
Develop subcontracts in accordance with specifications, requirements, work statements, and terms and conditions.
Serve as the focal point for bid reviews, evaluating technical and cost proposals, negotiating subcontract provisions, and selecting subcontractors based on best overall value.
Consult with company staff to ensure contractual awards align with legal, technical, financial, and managerial interests.
Ensure accurate and timely receipt of subcontractor-submitted documents, including invoices and resolving invoice issues.
Negotiate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts and support invoicing resolution.
Manage supplier performance, including cost, quality, technical, and delivery aspects, while building effective relationships with suppliers and internal/external customers.
Identify supplier risk and opportunities to achieve program objectives; develop risk assessments, manage supplier risk through targeted negotiation strategies/plans in conjunction with the associated team/technical leads; lead contract negotiations.
Develop subcontract management plans in conjunction with Category Management teams; determine contractual methodologies for supplier performance that align to the negotiated contractual baseline, such as delivery incentives, fee plans, and required supplier status meetings, programmatic reviews, etc.
Follow established procurement policies and procedures to ensure best value for the program.
Communicate subcontract performance internally and externally, prepare and present subcontractor briefings, and adopt best practices to support key business initiatives.
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.

What We Offer

Opportunity to work with a team of world-class professionals.
Chance to learn and grow in your career.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Culture that values developing innovative technologies through supplier partnerships.
Opportunity to make a positive impact on our business and contribute to delivering innovative products to our customers.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 8 or more years of related experience.
Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
Demonstrated ability to pay critical attention to detail with thorough checking to maintain high quality information.
Ability to multitask and openness to stretch projects that may not always be directly related to sourcing activities.
Ability to operate autonomously to resolve complex problems.
Ability to effectively relate with others and cooperate as a team member, while building effective relationships at all levels of the organization, using excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Demonstrated passion for procurement, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement and growth.

A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

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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.

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 Space & Mission 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.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

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.

Senior Principal Strategic Purchasing Analyst - Mechanical

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