ViaSat

Sr. Procurement Specialist

ViaSat • $79K — $124K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing or high-tech environment.
  • Experience managing suppliers in a low-volume, high-mix environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
  • U.S. Citizenship required (government contract support).
  • Ability to travel up to 10 percent.

Responsibilities

  • Execute sourcing and procurement activities, including RFQs, negotiations, and purchase order management.
  • Collaborate with engineering, program management, planning, manufacturing and finance teams to support program deliverables.
  • Develop and implement commodity and supplier strategies aligned to business objectives.
  • Monitor and manage supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery metrics.
  • Support new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp activities.
  • Conduct market analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and alternative sourcing strategies.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Opportunities for additional cash or stock incentives.
  • Supportive company culture emphasizing teamwork and fun.
  • Travel for business purposes may broaden professional experiences.
Full Job Description
What you'll do

The Supply Chain team is a global organization focused primarily on Procurement and Supplier Performance management. We are guided by our mission of delivering exceptional supplier performance and minimizing risk. We span multiple sites in North America, Europe, and Asia, managing approximately $1B in spend for Viasat, and buy everything from common COTS electronic components to integrated satellite subsystems, and from paper to streaming sporting events. We are servant minded, embrace excellence and Viasat values, and set the bar high for both our team and our supplier partners. And we like to have fun, too!

The day-to-day

  • Execute sourcing and procurement activities, including RFQs, negotiations, and purchase order management
  • Collaborate with engineering, program management, planning, manufacturing and finance teams to support program deliverables
  • Develop and implement commodity and supplier strategies, aligned to business objectives
  • Monitor and manage supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery metrics
  • Support new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp activities
  • Conduct market analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and alternative sourcing strategies
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, government regulations, and contractual requirements
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain processes

What you'll need

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing or high-tech environment.
  • Experience managing suppliers in a low-volume, high-mix environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
  • U.S. Citizenship required (government contract support)
  • Ability to travel up to 10 percent
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What will help you on the job

  • Experience supporting NPI through production (LRIP to full-rate manufacturing)
  • Background in aerospace, defense, or highly engineered products
  • Familiarity with FARS/DFARS regulations
  • Experience with RMAs, supplier quality, and outsourcing/turnkey programs
  • Knowledge of PLM systems and component-level sourcing

Salary range

$79,000.00 - $124,000.00 / annually.For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $97,500.00- $146,500.00/ annually

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.

About ViaSat

ViaSat is a global communications company that provides satellite and wireless networking technology, services, and solutions. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Carlsbad, California. ViaSat offers a range of products and services, including satellite broadband internet, in-flight Wi-Fi, and secure networking systems for government and military customers. The company has more than 6,200 employees and operates in over 50 countries. ViaSat is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol VSAT.
Learn more about ViaSat
Size
7,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+12.3%
Revenue
$2.2 billion
NASDAQ

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