Distribution Sourcing Specialist - Austin TX

VetJobs; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 101,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Austin, TX is seeking a Senior Procurement professional to lead sourcing strategies for a key distribution supplier within a large electronics manufacturing environment. The role focuses on supplier engagement, contract management, and negotiation to drive value while ensuring compliance with FAR/DFAR ITAR/EAR requirements.

This is a remote position with periodic on-site meetings in Austin as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in a large, complex electronics manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with defense aerospace regulations and contracting considerations.
• Experience buying across multiple electronics commodities.
• Contract management and negotiation experience.
• Strong business acumen with excellent written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, support and execute sourcing strategies for key suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with business objectives.
• Lead supplier engagement and relationship management to drive performance improvements.
• Assist in preparing awards and processing electronic purchase orders per specs and terms.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing experience

Defense industry regulations

Contract management

Negotiation

Written/verbal communication

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline

6+ years procurement/government contracting

Tools

Oracle purchasing system

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain: None

U.S. Person Required: Yes

Travel Percentage: 10%

Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess: None

U.S. Citizenship Required: No

Is Relocation Available: No

Are you looking for meaningful work with a purpose? A positive work-life balance and a supportive company culture? Excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development? Then BAE Systems is the place for you. We have a strong global presence and a diverse product portfolio. “We Protect Those Who Protect Us” serves as our motto where the products and services we provide help to bring our warfighters home.

Our Centralized Distribution Team is looking for a candidate to lead one of our Preferred Distribution Suppliers. In this role, the successful candidate will develop, support, and execute sourcing strategies based on existing and forecasted spend. Navigate supply and demand challenges with marketplace conditions while ensuring alignment with business objectives. Assist in preparing awards, creates/reviews electronic purchase orders (ePO) in accordance with specifications, requirements, work statements and terms and conditions. Ensure BAE systems leverages spend, effectively utilizes resources, driving to best practices and improving overall supplier performance. This role emphasizes supplier engagement and relationship management.

This position interfaces with many internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to supply chain management, supplier quality, manufacturing, engineering, program management, distribution suppliers, and original component manufacturers. The successful candidate must be an effective communicator, able to build mutually beneficial relationships, be willing to advance their knowledge of procurement compliance, and proactively adopt best practices and support new initiatives with a continuous improvement mindset.

This is a fully remote position with occasional requirements to be present onsite for team/supplier/program meetings.

Auto req ID: 486280BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Experience in a large, complex, multifaceted electronics manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or 6 years or more of procurement related work experience preferably in a government-contracting environment.
• Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations and the understanding of the role of procurement in complex industries.
• Experience in buying across various electronics commodities.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve contractual and performance issues with suppliers.
• Contract management and negotiation.
• Strong business acumen with excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Ability to successfully interface with various leadership teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements.
• Knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation)
• Desire for continuous improvement
• Familiarity with Oracle purchasing system.
• Technical Background (ability to read drawings)
• Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377

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.

Location

City: Austin

State: Texas

Job Category

Supply Chain

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

BAE Systems