BAE Systems

Mgr I- Procurement

BAE Systems$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience or equivalent work experience
  • Experience as a Direct Buyer
  • Proven ability to drive outcomes across cross-functional barriers
  • Strategic sourcing expertise for improved delivery and cost reduction
  • Understanding of end-to-end Production Value stream
  • Familiarity with ERP systems
  • Ability to influence and drive actionable outcomes

Responsibilities

  • Ensure timely vehicle sales through reliable supply of quality materials
  • Be accountable for commodity suppliers' performance and part availability
  • Manage and develop end-to-end procurement buyers
  • Create and execute a comprehensive commodity strategy
  • Support production needs through effective fulfillment of critical shortages
  • Identify and resolve complex supply chain technical challenges

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive work environment
  • Potential for continuous improvement training
  • Collaborative team-based culture
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Commodity Manager will be responsible for ensuring Quality, Cost Effective Material is available to support Vehicle Production.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure timely vehicle sales through steady, robust supply of Quality material at a profitable cost.
  • Fully accountable for performance of commodity suppliers, and availability of commodity parts inclusive of cross-functional BAE internal support required to achieve on-time delivery.
  • Manage and develop buyers who are capable of owning Procurement end-to-end from requirements shaping, through Sourcing, Order Placement, Order Management, Fulfillment, and Production Support.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive commodity strategy focusing on key factors like:
    • Maintaining adequate capacity through a stable of reliable and effective suppliers
    • Continuously improving cost and quality performance
    • Managing single/sole source risk and component obsolescence
    • Positioning BAE Systems to respond to changing market conditions and customer demands
  • Support Production needs and demands through buyers' effective expediting/fulfillment of critical shortages and support of resolution of on-going and recurring production impacts.
  • Identification and resolution of complex technical challenges within the supply chain through close partnership with Supply Chain Engineering.


Required Skills and Education

  • Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience or equivalent experience. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education
  • Experience as a Direct Buyer
  • Demonstrated Experience in driving outcomes through complex cross-functional barriers
  • Strategic Sourcing Experience - inclusive of improved delivery performance, cost reduction efforts, effective supplier transitions, multi-sourcing, and supplier exits.
  • Understanding of end-to-end Production Value stream, with demonstrated ability to lead teams in effectively supporting production customers.
  • Familiarity with ERP
  • Ability to identify and drive actionable outcomes through influence.


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.

Preferred Skills and Education

  • Oracle ERP Experience
  • Aerospace/Defense Experience
  • Experience in multiple facets of Supply Chain / Operations
  • Continuous Improvement Training/Certification

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
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90,500 employees
Industry
Founded
1997
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