Mgr II- Supply Chain

Job Description

BAE Systems is hiring a Supply Chain Manager II to support Phoenix Production Procurement. This role will support the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) Business Area that includes annual revenues in the billions and material spend in the hundreds of millions across a diverse set of suppliers and commodities / categories. The role will lead and direct the daily activities of the procurement process for Indirect products and services and capital items which support the business infrastructure. This position is accountable for the quality, compliance, schedule, and financial and technical performance of the internal team and the associated supply base.

Responsibilities:
Lead and manage a team of Procurement professionals at various experience levels to meet and/or exceed business requirements, goals, and objectives

Lead all strategic and tactical Supply Chain activities within assigned area of responsibility

Perform analysis and implement the "right-size" team to support business and strategic direction

Develop and implement category / commodity strategies across a range of products and services

Provide Subject Matter Expertise relative to the overarching Procurement Process

Monitor financial and cost performance, understanding Supply Chain's impact to business objectives

Coordinate activities to develop supply chain and material / commodity strategies across a broad spectrum of materials, equipment, supplies, and services, supporting current and future business infrastructure needs

Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with internal customers and suppliers

Partner with the CMS Procurement Compliance team to develop, implement, and improve procedures and practices in accordance with US Government and internal regulations and requirements

Safeguard the CMS Purchasing Business System and obtain understanding of relationship to other Defense business systems

Responsible for continuous improvements (Root Cause and Corrective Action) including change management to optimize the performance of the internal team and external supply base

Attain cost reduction objectives for within spend categories

Ensure quick resolution of issues by leveraging and integrating the capabilities of the entire organization

Participate in and contribute to leadership reviews, technical meetings, and audits

Prepare, monitor, and present key performance metrics and briefings

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years of work experience
• Experience in Procurement Management and Supplier Management
• Experience in People Management/Leadership
• Knowledge of the solicitation process and bid analysis
• Exceptional problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strategic and critical thinking skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook)

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Experience in a large, fast paced, geographically dispersed operational environment
• Experience in Department of Defense (DoD) Contracting environments
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR)
• Knowledge of International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulation (EAR)
• Knowledge of Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) requirements
• Proficiency in Oracle ERP System or similar

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