Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Indirect Goods and Services

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); Híbrido; USD 107 000 - 161 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Telework options

401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Resumo da oferta

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Indirect Goods and Services in El Segundo, CA. You will lead indirect sourcing, manage a broad spend, and optimize supplier performance across construction, facilities, IT, HR services, and travel.

You will develop negotiations, administer RFPs/RFQs, and drive cost reductions while ensuring compliance with government procurement requirements.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, supply chain, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum of six years in strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier/vendor management.
• Experience sourcing for construction and facilities categories (maintenance, repairs, operations, capital projects).
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook for analysis and communication.
• Understanding procurement lifecycle from strategy to vendor relations management.
• Ability to design, implement, and sustain procurement schedules.
• Strong financial acumen to craft pricing strategies and manage capital budgets.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the sourcing and buying of indirect goods and services including construction and facilities to drive value and performance.
• Own and manage a diverse spend across indirect categories, identifying cost savings and efficiency opportunities.
• Evaluate supplier performance, market conditions, and cost structures for competitive advantages.
• Conduct formal market analysis to assess trends and drivers to support strategy development.
• Develop negotiation strategies, contract structures, and pricing models for best-value outcomes.
• Administer sourcing events (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs) and manage supplier selection and negotiations.
• Forecast demand for categories, construction projects, and capital expenditures.
• Implement procedures to evaluate supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and deliverability.
• Drive SRM and continuous improvement across assigned categories.

Conhecimentos

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Vendor management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain, Construction Management, or related field

Ferramentas

Ariba

SAP

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Job Summary

The Supply Chain department manages all aspects of procurement for The Aerospace Corporation. As a Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Indirect Goods and Services , you will leverage your expertise in strategic sourcing, buying, supplier management, and category leadership to deliver competitive value across multiple business areas. You will partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive operational efficiency, manage capital and operating costs, and support innovation while ensuring compliance with corporate and government procurement requirements.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the sourcing and buying of indirect goods and services—including construction, facilities maintenance/repair, and capital projects to drive competitive value, supplier performance, and operational excellence across the enterprise
• Own and manage a diverse book of spend across indirect categories, identifying opportunities for cost savings, efficiency, and innovation
• Evaluate and improve sourcing activities, analyzing supplier performance, market conditions, and cost structures to identify competitive advantages
• Conduct formal market analysis to assess market trends, behaviors, and cost drivers—including construction and facilities market dynamics—to support sourcing strategy development
• Develop negotiations strategies, contract structures, and pricing models to ensure best-value outcomes and risk mitigation
• Administer sourcing events (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs), lead supplier selection, and manage negotiations and award processes in alignment with category strategies
• Forecast and plan product and service demand for assigned categories, construction/facilities projects, and capital expenditures, ensuring alignment with business needs
• Implement procedures and tools to continuously evaluate supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and deliverability
• Drive managing vendor relations post-award through Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), continuous improvement initiatives, and innovation across assigned categories

What You Need to be Successful

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain, Construction Management, or related field required
• Minimum of (6) years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier/vendor management required
• Demonstrated experience sourcing and buying for construction and facilities-related categories (e.g., maintenance, repair, operations, capital projects, Job Order Contracts) strongly preferred
• Exceptional skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook for efficient document preparation, data analysis, and communication
• In-depth understanding and hands‑on experience managing the full procurement lifecycle—from sourcing strategy development to effective vendor relations management
• Proven ability to design, implement, and sustain rigorous procurement schedules
• Strong financial acumen to craft competitive pricing strategies, perform robust bid evaluations, and manage capital budgets with precision

How You Can Stand Out

• Advanced proficiency with Ariba and SAP systems to streamline sourcing and buying processes
• Proven track record in the aerospace sector, with experience navigating regulatory/quality standards
• Demonstrated ability to manage strategic purchasing agreements across indirect categories—including construction, facilities MRO, capital projects, IT, HR services, travel, and professional consulting

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$107,000.00 - $160,500.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [e-mail] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .