Senior Proposal Analyst

BAE Systems, Inc.; York (York County); On-site; USD 75,254 - 127,930; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program and legal/

Discounts on home, auto, and pet insu

Job summary

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking a Proposal Analyst to lead cost and pricing analysis for CMS proposals, reporting to the CMS Proposal Manager. The role focuses on evaluating supplier proposals, validating BOEs, and ensuring pricing fairness and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include strategic planning for proposal analysis, managing compliance components, and coordinating with cross-functional teams and supply chain to deliver timely, compliant proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience or equivalent.
• Experience with Supply Chain Proposals and procurement processes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Experience with ERP systems and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost and price analysis on supplier proposals and develop concise reports.
• Develop strategic plans for proposal analysis and ensure schedule adherence.
• Guide cross-functional teams and collaborate with supply chain to ensure compliant proposals.

Skills

Excel

ERP

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Resource management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree + 4 years experience

Tools

Oracle ERP/OBIEE

Excel VBA/Macros

Job description

Job Description

Join a high-performing team of innovators dedicated to positioning BAE Systems as an industry leader. We are seeking a Proposal Analyst to lead cost and pricing analysis activities. Reporting to the CMS Proposal Manager, you will be accountable primarily for cost and price analysis required for CMS proposals and procurement. BAE Systems is committed to our employees' success, offering competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and robust professional development resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Analysis and Price Analysis: Perform comprehensive evaluations of supplier proposals to develop detailed yet concise reports. These reports must synthesize key financial drivers, validate the Basis of Estimate (BOE), and assess pricing fairness to ensure optimal value and regulatory compliance.
• Strategic Planning: Develop strategic plans for proposal analysis, manage compliance components, and drive adherence to proposal schedules. Conduct daily and weekly checkpoints to ensure milestones are met and proactively resolve barriers to quality and timeliness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide guidance to cross-functional teams and partner with supply chain to ensure compliant proposals requirements

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience or equivalent experience
• Experience with Supply Chain Proposals
• Procurement Process Knowledge / Experience
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Experience with ERP
• Experience working with cross functional teams
• Ability to manage resources in a fast-paced environment across multiple projects with tight schedules
• Strong excel skills
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Data Analytics/Financial Analysis Skills
• Microsoft Excel knowledge - i.e. Macros, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), etc.
• Experienced in Oracle ERP/OBIEE a plus

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $75254 - $127930

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.

Employee Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance.
• employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.