Dir I- Procurement

Requisition Number

112916BR

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BAE Systems is seeking an experienced supply chain professional to oversee the Procurement Compliance team. This position reports to the Senior Director of Compliance & Business Solutions supporting a supply chain organization responsible for $3b+ in annual material requirements for the Electronic Systems (ES) Sector. With over 1,000 supply chain professionals, the ES Sector supply chain team spans multiple locations primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom. The primary responsibilities of this role include managing overall compliance to both company policy and the government and industry regulations associated with procurement and material management. There is significant collaboration required among the supply chain leads of each of the sector’s business areas, encompassing a broad range of technologies and requirements.

Key areas of responsibility as the head of Procurement Compliance include:

Maintaining our procurement systems and processes, ensuring compliance with complex regulatory requirements while improving the agility of the procurement process

Expanding procurement training and knowledge sharing across the procurement function

Leading cross-functional compliance related initiatives across the sector

Supporting the continued growth and development of the Procurement Compliance teamThe successful candidate will also demonstrate the following:

Ability to collaborate with key stakeholders and subject matter experts

Extensive experience in Government DoD procurement compliance, overall knowledge of supply chain and how it operates in both commercial and defense contract environments

Excellent relationship / interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to foster and grow relationships cross-functionally

Strategic planning to meet long term transformation goals

Continuous improvement mindset with an ability to challenge the status quo

Fast learner with a “make it happen attitude”

Remote work is a possibility for this position, at the discretion of the business.

Job Posting Title

Director, Procurement Compliance

Job Family

Procurement

Travel Percentage

10%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

None

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Experience in a large, complex, multifaceted design & manufacturing environment

Strong understanding of defense aerospace industry & regulations and the understanding of the role of the supply chain in complex industries

Experience leading major procurement efforts in a Department of Defense (DOD) contracting environment

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)

Knowledge of Truth In Negotiations Act (TINA) regulations and material estimating practices

Understanding/knowledge of CPSR audits and requirements

Financial Acumen

Ability to motivate and manage personnel

Excellent verbal and written communication

Excellent time management/organizational skills

Strategic/Critical Thinking

Ability to find win-win solutions

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline and 12 years or more of directly related work experience preferably in a government-contracting environment.

Preferred Skills and Education

Well versed with Oracle ERP system

Secret clearance or secret eligible

10 plus years’ experience in operations, supply chain, procurement

Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P

Graduate degree in a related field

Contracts background

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

Department

1ZH_ES Operations

Company

BAE_BAE SYSTEMS Info&Elec Sys Intg

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Supply Chain & Logistics

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

ES Functional Staff

Salary Max Point

230444

Salary Min Point

135556

Union Job

None

Recruiter

Jeffrey Coletta