Electronic Combat Solutions Procurement & Purchasing Manager

Job Description
Join our award-winning and dynamic aerospace supply chain team, supporting mission-critical capabilities across a growing and diverse portfolio. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.”

The Tactical Aircraft Electronic Warfare Solutions Product Line (TacAir) within Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering, and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.

This role will be responsible to lead and manage a team of Procurement professionals at various experience levels in supplier evaluations, negotiations, contract award, supplier management, and execution to meet or exceed business requirements. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers. They will be responsible for procurement team compliance and continuous improvement initiatives (root cause & corrective action) to optimize supplier performance and to achieve Zero Defects.

The ideal candidate will develop procurement and material / commodity strategies. Ensure quick resolution of technical and programmatic issues, participate in and contribute to management reviews, technical meetings, and internal or external audits.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 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 War (DOW) contracting environment.
  • Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements.
• Experience buying across various commodities (electronics, mechanical, PWB’s, cables, optics…)
  • 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 teams.
  • Strategic/Critical Thinking
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to find win-win solutions; a “make it happen” attitude.

• Works under consultative direction toward long-range goals and objectives.

• 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.
• U.S. Citizenship

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Familiarity with Oracle purchasing system
• Technical Background (Ability to read drawings)
• Graduate Degree in a related field.
• Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118747 - $201870

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.

Salary : $118,747 - $201,870