Job Description

This position will be responsible for the procurement of indirect products and services in support of US Headquarters corporate services. This position will be responsible for developing and implementing indirect sourcing strategies for multiple categories, including, but not limited to, Human Resources, Legal, Communications, Ethics, Tax and Global Mobility. This candidate will participate on project teams to ensure that BAE Systems is leveraging its spend, effectively utilizing resources, driving to best value and improving overall supplier performance across BAE Systems, Inc. Supports internal customers on assigned projects required for the sourcing of programs , services and indirect products. Develops and maintains professional and dependable relationships with both internal customers and suppliers. Responsible for executing compliant purchase orders and conducting invoice reconciliation activities to ensure timely payments to suppliers.

This position will lead the proposal, negotiation, and management of proposal and/or contract activities in accordance with company policies and customer requirements. In addition, this role may be required to conduct pre-legal reviews of contractual language and make recommendations to ensure BAE Systems terms and conditions are met and liability is limited.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops specific sourcing strategies along with internal stakeholders and develops supplier agreements to optimize supplier base.
• Maintains, reports on, and provides recommendations regarding industry and market trends.
• Preforms all tasks and processes associated with the daily processing of purchase requisitions for internal customers.
• Executes with proficiency, the PO placement process and has a comprehensive understanding of the applicable procurement system. Applies sound procurement principles.
• Help on board new suppliers to the Ivalua supplier management system and ensures that suppliers respond to all requirements in a timely manner.
• Closes out purchase orders upon receipt of all deliverable items and final payment.
• Provides support to Accounts Payable Shared Services to keep supplier accounts current.
• Aides in the organization of the technical data, development of statement of work, delivery schedule, milestone payments, terms and conditions, offset requirements and other contractual elements into a cohesive proposal
• Lead proposal activities by collecting requirements, assisting in the SOW development, analyzing solicitations, reviewing the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, developing individual supplier strategies and making recommendations to the internal customer based on the analysis with attention to the financial and business risk of each proposal
• Develops contractual language to ensure compliance with BAE Systems, Inc. legal terms and conditions.
• Serve as primary point of contact between the company and the supplier for contractual matters on assigned contracts and projects, including supplementary agreements such as proprietary information agreements, teaming and other business agreements.
• Proactively communicates with internal customers and provides accurate up to date project status.
• Monitors supplier performance and schedules suppliers QRB's and works with the customer to develop, monitor, report, and hold suppliers accountable for performance metrics.
• Responsibilities also include coordinating with other company functions as required to ensure appropriate reviews are conducted (such as Legal and IT Governance), scheduling required reviews, and obtaining required review and approval signatures prior to submittal of proposals or execution of contractual documents.
• Documents procurement files in accordance with polices to appropriately demonstrate that consideration has been given to all factors essential to effective and economical procurement.
• Follows Procurement policies and procedures, including strict adherence to Separation of Duty and Delegation of Authority requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance or Human Resources (HR) Management or similar major degree is required.
• 6 Years of relevant work experience, with a preference for Human Resources procurement experience
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, Microsoft Office experience to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Must be a self-starter and have excellent leadership skills
• Must exhibit high level of motivation, attention to detail, energetic approach and positive attitude to job duties and requirements.
• Must be technically knowledgeable and capable of grasping detailed concepts.
• High degree of organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred Skills and Education

• Experience with Coupa,Ivalua, and Costpoint is preferred
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is preferred

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.