Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, IT, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
3-5 years of procurement experience, particularly in indirect categories like SaaS and software licensing.
Proficient in major ERP/procurement systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa with experience handling high transaction volumes.
Strong negotiation, contract interpretation, and communication skills to work independently.
Familiarity with government contracting regulations is a plus.
Responsibilities
Process purchase requisitions and convert them to purchase orders while ensuring compliance.
Review and negotiate software licensing and SaaS contracts to achieve cost savings.
Collaborate with IT, Engineering, Finance, and Legal teams to clarify procurement requirements and manage vendor relationships.
Track procurement metrics to support spend analysis and identify vendor consolidation opportunities.
Maintain comprehensive documentation for procurement activities for auditing purposes.
Benefits
Open to initial remote work with opportunities for relocation to key tech hubs in California and Florida.
Engagement in fast-paced aerospace operations supporting technological advancements in industry.
Potential for professional development through exposure to high-stakes procurement scenarios.
Opportunities to cultivate relationships across various departments, enhancing cross-functional collaboration.
Full Job Description
Role Overview & Location
Location: Open to remote initially, but requires relocation to El Segundo, CA; Kent, WA; or Florida (Merritt Island/Cape Canaveral/Melbourne) upon permanent conversion.
Core Focus: Execute end-to-end contract procurement for software services, IT/ET hardware, and SaaS subscriptions to support fast-paced aerospace operations.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Execution: Process purchase requisitions, convert them to purchase orders, and maintain accurate documentation for compliance and audits.
Contract Negotiation: Review and negotiate software licensing agreements, SaaS contracts, pricing, and renewal terms to minimize risk and maximize cost savings.
Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with IT, Engineering, Finance, and Legal to clarify requirements while managing vendor relationships regarding delivery and invoicing.
Data & Analysis: Track metrics (cost savings, cycle times), support spend analysis, and identify opportunities for vendor consolidation.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, IT, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Experience: 3-5 years of procurement experience with a dedicated focus on indirect categories (SaaS, software licensing, and IT/ET hardware).
Systems: Proficiency with major ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa) managing high transactional volume.
Core Skills: Strong negotiation, contract interpretation, and communication skills with the ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
Industry Context: Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-tech manufacturing.
Compliance: Familiarity with government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS).
Tools & Analysis: Experience with contract lifecycle management tools and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis.
Certification: Professional supply chain certification (e.g., CPSM, CPM).
